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Code of Conduct
Table of Contents3Message from CEO Mark Ties4Living Our Mission and Values5Getting Started Purpose and Scope10Business Practices Conflict of Interest and Business Ethics Anti-Bribery and Corruption12Our Responsibility Accountability for everyone Confidential Company Information Violation of the Code Personal Data6A Global Code7The Workplace - Our Peopleand Community Acceptable Use of Communication and Computer Systems Intellectual Property Providing Equal Opportunities Equal Employment Opportunity Anti-Discrimination Accommodating Employees with Disabilities Fostering a Respectful Work Environment Non-Harassment Promoting a Safe, Secure and Healthy Workplace Health and Safety Workplace Violence Supporting Human Rights 2Anti-Slavery and Human Traffickingwww.perforce.comCopyright 2022 Perforce Software, Inc. All trademarks and registered trademarksare the property of their respective owners. (0520CK22)
A Message from CEO Mark TiesAt Perforce, we earn, maintain and grow our business relationships as a result of innovation, high quality products, worldclass customer service and an unwavering commitment to ethical business practices. As we grow and progress, thiscommitment to operating with the highest standards of ethics and integrity remains constant.We are all representatives of Perforce, and our conduct shapes the perceptions people have of our company. If we areto continue our success in caring for our customers, our employees, and our business partners, each person we comeinto contact with must be treated with the utmost dignity and respect. We must never compromise our basic principles inorder to achieve a business objective.The Perforce Code of Conduct provides a foundation for how we conduct ourselves as a global corporation andas individuals representing the company. These standards apply to all employees, business partners, consultants,contractors, temporary employees and third parties or agents performing services for us on our behalf.The Code is your guide for ensuring that Perforce conducts business with integrity consistent with sound businesspractices and fostering relationships of trust with its employees, customers, partners, shareholders, and governmentauthorities.Please take the time to familiarize yourself with these standards of conduct as its principles will serve as a guide whenyou encounter ethical questions throughout your career. If you suspect misconduct, you can report it to your manager orHuman Resources without fear of retaliation.Thank you for acting with integrity in every action, every day.Mark TiesCEOPerforce Software, Inc.3www.perforce.comCopyright 2022 Perforce Software, Inc. All trademarks and registered trademarksare the property of their respective owners. (0520CK22)
Our MissionWe solve the hardest DevOps challenges, enablingteams that create, test, or support technology initiativesto deliver innovation, quality, and security – faster.Our ValuesCommunityTreat everyone – customers, employees, and thecommunities we work in – with dignity and respect.AccountabilityWe all roll up our sleeves and get things done whiledoing what we say we’re going to do.TruthWe do the right thing when no one else in watching.Customer successBy delivering reliable solutions, expert services, andoutstanding support, we focus every day on making ourcustomers successful.HumilityWe check our egos at the door and work collaborativelyto make Perforce successful.4www.perforce.comCopyright 2022 Perforce Software, Inc. All trademarks and registered trademarksare the property of their respective owners. (0520CK22)
Getting StartedPurposeEMPLOYEESThe Code of Conduct sets high standards of integrity forIt is up to every employee, to know and understandPerforce employees and business partners. It reflects ourthe policies and rules, and to ask questions and raisecommitment to conducting business with integrity andconcerns whenever something doesn’t seem right.acting in an ethical and compliant manner in all of ourIn all cases, your obligations under the Code include:business activities.ScopeThe Code applies to all employees, business partners,consultants, contractors, temporary employees andthird parties or agents performing services for us on our Reading, understanding, and following the Codeof Conduct and its policies and seeking guidancewhen needed; Acting in a manner that is consistent with our corevalues and ethical standards,behalf. Promptly raising any and all compliance concerns;ACCOUNTABILITY FOR EVERYONE: Avoiding any practices that may lead to unlawfulAt Perforce, we are each responsible for knowing andadhering to the values and standards set forth in thisCode and for raising questions if we are uncertainabout company policy. If we are concerned whether thestandards are being met or are aware of violations ofthe Code, we must contact the HR department. We allhave a role to play in upholding our ethical values andpolicies.LEADERSIt is up to leaders, at all levels and parts of the company,to be engaged and accountable, and to activelypromote a culture of integrity. We entrust our leaders tolead by example and to drive an open environment inwhich employees are comfortable to speak up.5www.perforce.comconduct, an appearance of impropriety, or harm toPerforce’s reputation; Fully supporting anyone who raises a concern andnever retaliating in any way against anyone whodoes raise a question or concern; Cooperating fully in all investigations or audits.VIOLATION OF THE CODE:We are all expected to comply with our Code at alltimes. This Code will be strictly enforced and anyviolation may result in disciplinary action, up to andincluding termination. We will not tolerate retaliationof any kind against any employee who, in good faith,makes a report or cooperates in an investigation.Copyright 2022 Perforce Software, Inc. All trademarks and registered trademarksare the property of their respective owners. (0520CK22)
A Global CodeWith thousands of employees around the world,Perforce operates under a wide variety of laws andregulations. At times, we tailor our decisions and actionsto specific facts and situations. However, wherever weoperate, our values and principles will not change. TheCode highlights those values and principles which areinstrumental in how we engage with our customers,business partners (such as vendors, suppliers, etc.), ourcolleagues and the communities where we work and live.The Code applies in every country where we do business.If there is ever a conflict between this Code and local lawsand/or supplemental policies that apply to our job, wemust comply with the most restrictive requirement. If youhave a question concerning the legality of your or otherpartners’ conduct, you should consult with your manageror local HR Business Partner.6www.perforce.comCopyright 2022 Perforce Software, Inc. All trademarks and registered trademarksare the property of their respective owners. (0520CK22)
The Workplace –Our People and CommunityEquality and respect are fundamental to our culture.Our communication with one another and third partiesAs such, Perforce promotes a diverse and inclusiveis always professional, respectful, and free from bias.workplace where everyone is treated with dignity andrespect. Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, inany form, are prohibited.We also make reasonable accommodations for qualifiedindividuals with disabilities and for colleagues withsincerely held religious beliefs. For these purposes,Perforce provides equal opportunities to all employeesa “reasonable accommodation” is a modification orin every aspect of employment, including recruitment,adjustment to job duties or the work environment thathiring, compensation, job assignment, promotion, andenables an employee to perform the essential functionstermination.of the job while not putting undue hardship on Perforce.All employment decisions are made without regard toContact your manager or Human Resources if yougender, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin,citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, genderidentity, characteristics or expression, marital status, orbelieve you require an accommodation to perform theessential functions of your position, need a religiousaccommodation or have questions.any other protected class. No one should be treated lessfavorably on the grounds of such characteristics.7www.perforce.comCopyright 2022 Perforce Software, Inc. All trademarks and registered trademarksare the property of their respective owners. (0520CK22)
Fostering a RespectfulWork EnvironmentPerforce promotes a work environment free from anyintimidating or offensive behavior everywhere we dobusiness and for everyone, including our employees,customers, suppliers, and business partners. Thisincludes, for example, any verbal, physical, or otherinteraction that could be construed as harassment(sexual or otherwise), hate speech, or bullying, whetherdone face-to-face or electronically.Examples of harassment can include: Slurs, disparaging remarks, off-color jokes, insults,vulgar language, epithets and teasing Displaying offensive posters, symbols, cartoons,drawings, computer images or e-mails Unwelcome vulgar or obscene gestures, languageor comments Teasing or other conduct directed toward a personbecause of his or her gender which is sufficientlysevere or pervasive to create an unprofessionaland hostile working environmentExamples of bullying can include: Humiliation, threats or abuse Aggressive behavior Teasing or practical jokes Pressuring someone to do something against hisor her willExamples of sexual harassment can include: Unwelcome propositions, demands or advances ofa sexual nature Unwelcome physical contact such as hugging,kissing, grabbing, pinching, patting or brushingup against someone Unwelcome and inappropriate remarks aboutsomeone’s body or appearance, sexual gesturesor comments, or unwanted verbal or physicalinteractions of a sexual nature8www.perforce.comCopyright 2022 Perforce Software, Inc. All trademarks and registered trademarksare the property of their respective owners. (0520CK22)
Promoting a Safe, Secureand Healthy WorkplaceHEALTH AND SAFETYWORKPLACE VIOLENCEPerforce is strongly committed to maintaining a safe,Threats, threatening language or any other actssecure, and healthy environment. As a company weof aggression or violence made toward or by anyadhere to all applicable health and safety laws andCompany employee will not be tolerated. A threatregulations as well as internal rules and policies to helpincludes any verbal or physical harassment or abuse,ensure workplace safety.any attempt at intimidating or instilling fear in others,We expect our suppliers, contractors, and othermenacing gestures, flashing of weapons, stalking orbusiness partners to meet the same standards andplace equally high priority on health, safety, and laborconditions in their operations.any other hostile, aggressive, injurious or destructiveaction undertaken for the purpose of domination orintimidation.Supporting Human RightsPerforce has an unwavering commitment to treatingeach other with respect and dignity. Perforce prohibitsthe use of forced, compulsory, or trafficked labor, oranyone held in slavery or servitude, whether adults orchildren, and Perforce expects that its suppliers will holdtheir own suppliers to the same high standards.9www.perforce.comCopyright 2022 Perforce Software, Inc. All trademarks and registered trademarksare the property of their respective owners. (0520CK22)
Business PracticesCONFLICT OF INTEREST AND BUSINESS ETHICSIt is Perforce’s policy that all employees avoid anyany organization seeking to do business with theCompany.conflict between their personal interests and thoseA conflict of interest would also exist when a member ofof Perforce. The purpose of this policy is to ensurean employee’s immediate family is involved in situationsthat Perforce’s honesty and integrity, and therefore itssuch as those above.reputation, are not compromised. The fundamentalDetermining whether a conflict of interest exists is notprinciple guiding this policy is that no employeealways easy to do. Employees with a conflict of interestshould have, or appear to have, personal interests orquestion should seek advice from management. Beforerelationships that actually or potentially conflict with theengaging in any activity, transaction or relationship thatbest interests of Perforce.might give rise to a conflict of interest, employees mustWhile not an exhaustive list, the situations that wouldseek review from their managers and Human Resources.constitute a conflict in most cases include but are notANTI-BRIBERY AND CORRUPTIONlimited to: holding an interest in or accepting free orPerforce is committed to establishing the higheststandards and promotion of good practice in briberydiscounted goods from any organization thatand corruption prevention as a reflection of its coredoes, or is seeking to do, business with Perforce,values of integrity, corporate responsibility andby any employee who is in a position to directly ortransparency.indirectly influence either Perforce’s decision to dobusiness, or the terms upon which business wouldbe done with such organization; holding any interest in an organization thatcompetes with Perforce; being employed by (including as a consultant)All employees and associates are expected to conductPerforce business legally and ethically. Perforce willnot tolerate any form of bribery or corruption eitherdirectly or through third parties. Perforce will conductevery national and international business transactionwith integrity, regardless of differing local manners andor serving on the board of any organization thattraditions, and will comply with the laws and regulationsdoes, or is seeking to do, business with Perforceof each foreign country in which Perforce operates.or which competes with Perforce; and/or profitingpersonally (e.g., through commissions, loans,expense reimbursements or other payments), from10www.perforce.comCopyright 2022 Perforce Software, Inc. All trademarks and registered trademarksare the property of their respective owners. (0520CK22)
Business Practices (cont.)Bribery or corruption of any kind in any jurisdiction,regardless of local custom or practice, is strictlyprohibited. No employee or associate shall offer,promise, give any payment, advantage or anything ofvalue, to any person, in order to improperly influenceor induce that person to act in any way or to secure anyform of advantage for Perforce, including obtaining orretaining business, obtaining or retaining an advantagein the conduct of business, or directing business to anyperson or entity.COMPETITIONPerforce is dedicated to ethical and fair competition.We sell our products and services based on their merit,superior quality, functionality and competitive pricing.We make independent pricing and marketing decisionsand do not improperly cooperate or coordinate ouractivities with our competitors. We do not offer or solicitimproper payments or gratuities in connection with thepurchase of goods or services for Perforce or the sales ofits products or services.Nor shall any employee or associate engage in anyactivity that would lessen the reputation or integrity ofPerforce.GIFTS AND HOSPITALITYPerforce does not seek to gain any improper advantagethrough the giving of gifts, entertainment, hospitality,loans, gratuities or other courtesies. Similarly, theimpartial judgment of Perforce employees andassociates must not be compromised through thereceipt of such courtesies. Giving or receiving gifts orother gratuities must be performed and approved bymanagement.11www.perforce.comCopyright 2022 Perforce Software, Inc. All trademarks and registered trademarksare the property of their respective owners. (0520CK22)
Our ResponsibilityCONFIDENTIAL COMPANY INFORMATIONIntegral to Perforce’s business success is our protectionof confidential company information, as well asnonpublic information entrusted to us by employees,how to responsibly collect, store, use, share, transferand dispose of personal information, and we strive tocomply with those laws everywhere we operate.customers and other business partners. Use ofACCEPTABLE USE OF COMMUNICATIONAND COMPUTER SYSTEMSproprietary or confidential information must be usedCompany resources, including time, material,for ethical and legal purposes. We are committed toequipment and information, are provided for companyprotecting this information against loss, theft or otherbusiness use. Occasional personal use is permissiblemisuse.as long as it does not affect job performance or cause aConfidential or proprietary Information is any importantdisruption to the workplace.or valuable information that has not been disclosed toGenerally, we will not use company resources tothe general public. Examples of confidential or proprietyconduct outside business. Employees and those whoinformation includes financial information, inventions,represent Perforce are trusted to behave responsiblyintellectual property and trade secrets, corporateand use good judgment to conserve companystrategy, pricing strategies and customer, supplier andresources.business partner information.We are each responsible for keeping our informationConfidential or proprietary Information may not beresources and information systems safe by following ourdisclosed or distributed except as authorized byinformation security policies and procedures.Perforce.PERSONAL DATAINTELLECTUAL PROPERTYIt is important that we respect the property rightsWe respect the privacy of our customers, our coworkersof others. We will not acquire or seek to acquireand others with whom we conduct business, and weimproper means of a competitor’s trade secrets or otherhandle their personal information with care. “Personalproprietary or confidential information. We will notinformation” is any information that could be used toengage in unauthorized use, copying, distribution oridentify someone, either directly or indirectly, suchalteration of software or other intellectual property.as a name, employee ID, email address or phonenumber. There are data privacy laws that prescribe12www.perforce.comCopyright 2022 Perforce Software, Inc. All trademarks and registered trademarksare the property of their respective owners. (0520CK22)
The Perforce Code of Conduct provides a foundation for how we conduct ourselves as a global corporation and as individuals representing the company. These standards apply to all employees, business partners, consultants, contractors, temporary employees and third parties or agents performing services for us on our behalf.
