Data Security and Use of Technology

The Company is committed to protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of its data through the responsible and secure use of technology. The Company’s systems, tools, and digital practices are designed to safeguard sensitive information, enable secure collaboration, and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

You play a critical role in maintaining the security of the Company’s technology environment. This means you:

• Use Company systems and tools only for authorized business purposes;
• Remain vigilant against suspicious emails, links, and activity that could compromise the Company’s systems;
• Ensure that sensitive information is not shared with, viewed by, or released to unauthorized individuals;
• Never grant unauthorized access to the Company’s network or systems. 

In addition, the Company understands that the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be used to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making, and support innovation. AI tools can help automate routine tasks, analyze large datasets, and provide insights that enable associates to focus on higher-value work. The Company’s goal is to leverage AI to enhance efficiency, innovation, and decision-making while ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.

You must:

• Use AI responsibly to support business objectives in ways that align with the Company’s values, privacy standards, and all applicable laws and regulations;
• Avoid creating harmful content, including anything misleading, fraudulent, discriminatory, or offensive;
• Protect confidential information by never uploading proprietary or sensitive data into unauthorized AI platforms;
• Exercise caution in decision-making by ensuring AI is not used for decisions that could lead to legal, financial, or reputational risk without appropriate human review and approval.

Boldly embracing our responsibility to protect the Company’s digital assets helps preserve trust, safeguard the Company’s operations, and uphold the Company’s reputation for integrity and excellence.