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Welcome Manual
A document used by organizations when onboarding new employees. It summarizes key aspects such as the company's values, organizational culture, and internal communication channels. Its purpose is to help new hires adapt to the organization more quickly and easily.
Although its content may vary from one company to another, an employee handbook typically includes:
- Information about the company's mission, vision, values, and organizational culture.
- The organizational chart and company structure.
- Internal policies, rules, and the code of conduct.
- Benefits, working hours, leave policies, and other relevant employment information.
- Internal tools, platforms, and communication channels.
- Security procedures, occupational health and safety guidelines, and data protection policies.
- Useful information for the first few days, such as key contacts and frequently asked questions.
The employee handbook is an important part of the onboarding process and helps new employees understand how the organization operates from their very first day.
