p-consulting.gr is committed to implementing modern work practices that promote flexibility and balance between employees’ professional and personal lives. This Remote Work Policy defines the framework, rules, and procedures governing remote work, ensuring productivity, equality, and the safety of all employees.

 

Purpose of the Policy

The purpose of this Policy is to:

• Regulate remote work arrangements.
• Ensure equal rights and obligations between employees working remotely and those working on company premises.
• Safeguard employees’ data, health, and safety.

 

Eligibility and Terms of Remote Work

• Remote work is applied following consultation and a written agreement between the employee and the company.
• Eligibility for remote work applies to employees whose roles can be performed remotely. Positions that, by nature, require physical presence are excluded.
• The duration and frequency of remote work are determined by the company, depending on business needs.
• p-consulting.gr provides the necessary equipment and technical support for remote work. Damages or losses to personal equipment are not covered by the company.

 

Employee Obligations

Employees working remotely must:

• Adhere to the agreed working hours.
• Ensure seamless communication with colleagues and supervisors.
• Use company-provided equipment exclusively for professional purposes.
• Safeguard the confidentiality of company and client data.
• Maintain a suitable home or agreed remote workspace, prioritizing safety and ergonomics.
• Immediately report any issue affecting the smooth provision of remote work.

 

Company Obligations

p-consulting.gr is committed to:

• Providing the necessary equipment and technical support to ensure uninterrupted work.
• Ensuring the protection of personal data through appropriate systems and procedures.
• Offering equal access to information, training, and career development opportunities to all employees.
• Supporting the mental and physical well-being of employees working remotely.

 

Data Security and Confidentiality

Data protection is a critical obligation for all. Specifically:

• Access to company systems must only be made through a secure, encrypted VPN connection.
• The use of personal email accounts or messaging applications for work purposes is prohibited.
• Equipment must have up-to-date antivirus software, firewall, and operating system.
• Company files must only be stored on official company servers/systems. The use of personal cloud services is prohibited.
• Only platforms with strong security standards (end-to-end encryption) may be used for videoconferencing.
• Any data breach or suspected incident must be reported to the company immediately.

 

Health and Safety

• Employees must organize their remote workspace in compliance with basic health and safety standards.
• The company may provide guidance or support for the ergonomic arrangement of the workspace.

 

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Monitoring of remote work is limited to evaluating performance and adherence to agreed working hours.
• Monitoring that infringes on employees’ privacy is not permitted.
• Performance is assessed based on objective and measurable criteria.

 

Employee Commitment

Each employee participating in remote work:

• Signs acknowledgment of having read and understood the Policy.
• Commits to comply with all obligations arising from it.
• Remains subject to the same professional conduct standards as when working on company premises.

 

Issue Resolution Procedure

• Any employee may submit a request or complaint regarding remote work.
• The company is committed to investigating and responding transparently and within a reasonable timeframe.

 

 

p-consulting.gr reserves the right to modify or revoke remote work arrangements at any time, depending on business needs. Such modification shall not be considered a detrimental change to the terms of employment.

 

This Policy is reviewed annually or as required by internal or external demands.