In this hot labor market, businesses have been laser-focused on hiring and retaining talent. While increased employee mobility leads to some exciting hires, it also means some workers are leaving for new opportunities. When employees depart, it is critical that employers make sure that they leave empty-handed. By being proactive, businesses can protect against theft of trade secrets and other confidential information.
Protecting against information theft starts at the time of hire. Many companies have confidentiality policies and agreements in place, and ask new hires to sign off on these documents. This is a great first step — but it is not enough, particularly for employees with access to key information. Management, Human Resources, and other leaders should discuss confidentiality obligations both among themselves and with members of the workforce. Highlighting and discussing these policies helps drive home their importance.
When personnel turn in their resignations or when they are asked to leave, the conversation must take place again. Show them the documents they have signed. Give them a copy and ask them to show such records to their next employer. Talk to them about what the documents mean — say it out loud.
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