DNPA Code of Ethics for Techlantica.com

Purpose

At Techlantica.com, we are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in all aspects of our business. Our goal is to conduct operations with integrity, transparency, and compliance with all applicable laws, ensuring that personal interests never compromise ethical decision-making.

This document outlines our policies on:

  1. Gifts, favors, entertainment, and payments
  2. Conflicts of interest
  3. Confidentiality and compliance
  4. Social media conduct
  5. Plagiarism and fairness in journalism

1. Gifts, Favors, and Payments

Giving Gifts and Payments

Techlantica.com may provide gifts, favors, or payments only if they meet all of the following conditions:

  • They align with standard business practices
  • They are modest in value and cannot be seen as a bribe or payoff
  • They comply with legal and ethical standards
  • They would not embarrass the company if publicly disclosed

Receiving Gifts and Payments

Employees and associates must not solicit or accept personal gifts, favors, or payments from clients, vendors, or competitors unless:

  • They are common business courtesies (e.g., promotional items, event invitations)
  • They are approved by company management
  • They do not involve cash or cash equivalents

Any cash gifts, stocks, securities, or personal loans from vendors or business partners are strictly prohibited.

2. Conflicts of Interest

Associates must avoid situations that conflict with the best interests of Techlantica.com. Potential conflicts include:

  • Personal financial interests in competing businesses
  • Outside consulting or managerial roles in competitor companies
  • Acting as an intermediary for external business deals involving Techlantica.com
  • Family or personal relationships that may influence business decisions

All potential conflicts must be disclosed in writing to management for review.

3. Confidentiality and Compliance

Employees must safeguard confidential information, including:

  • Company strategies, product data, customer details, and internal communications
  • Private business negotiations or trade secrets

Unauthorized access, sharing, or misuse of confidential data is a violation of company policy and may result in disciplinary action or legal consequences.

Any breach of this policy should be reported to management immediately.

4. Social Media Guidelines

General Principles

  • Use good judgment—remember that online posts are permanent and public.
  • Do not misrepresent Techlantica.com or speak on behalf of the company without authorization.
  • Avoid malicious, obscene, discriminatory, or misleading content.

Professional Conduct

  • Do not disclose confidential business information on social media.
  • If posting about the company, identify yourself as an employee and include a disclaimer:
    “The views expressed are my own and do not reflect those of Techlantica.com.”
  • Be honest and accurate—correct any mistakes quickly.
  • Respect copyright and intellectual property laws—do not share unauthorized content.

Violations of these guidelines may result in disciplinary action, including termination.

5. Plagiarism and Fairness in Journalism

Plagiarism

Techlantica.com has a zero-tolerance policy on plagiarism. All published content must be original or properly credited to the source.

Fairness and Accuracy

Reporters must:

  • Present both sides of a story fairly
  • Allow subjects of negative coverage a chance to respond
  • Verify all facts before publishing

Misinformation, biased reporting, or failure to uphold journalistic integrity will result in corrective action.