Digital Solutions 
         
                  Human Resources Manual 
         
                                 
         
         
                                 
                                 
                                 
         
         
         
                                 
                                 
                                 
                                 
                   2021-22 Edition 
                                 
                                 
                      ~Dedicated to Bob Roeder~ 
         
          in honor of his immense dedication and long-term guidance to Business Professionals of America. 
         
        Bob Roeder’s knowledge of human resources was instrumental in the development and continued revision 
        of the Human Resources Manual as it stands today.  His contributions at both the State and National level 
        have impacted thousands of Business Professionals of America members pursuing a career in business 
        and human resource management through the development of case studies and real-world scenarios. 
                                               
                                                                          
                                               Welcome to Digital Solutions 
                   
                   
                  Thank you for joining Digital Solutions.  We believe you have a great contribution to make to 
                  the computer industry by way of Digital Solutions.  We also believe you will find your 
                  employment at Digital Solutions a rewarding experience. We look forward to working together 
                  to create a more successful company. We want your employment with Digital Solutions to be 
                  beneficial and gratifying. 
                   
                  You have joined an organization that has established an outstanding reputation for quality. Credit 
                  for this reputation goes to everyone in the organization. You are now an important member of 
                  that team, and we want you to take pride in your work here. As a member of the Digital 
                  Solutions' team, you will be expected to contribute your talents and energies to further improve 
                  the environment and quality of the company. 
                   
                  This Human Resources Manual will provide answers to most of the questions you may have 
                  about Digital Solutions’ compensation and benefit programs, as well as company policies and 
                  procedures. You are responsible for reading and understanding this Human Resources Manual. If 
                  anything is unclear, please discuss the matter with your manager. 
                   
                  I wish you much success at Digital Solutions. 
                   
                  Sincerely, 
                   
                  Nancy Wells 
                   
                  Nancy Wells, Chief Executive Officer 
                  Digital Solutions 
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                                                                Notice 
                  
                 This Human Resources Manual provides you with an understanding of Digital Solutions’ 
                 philosophy, employment practices, and policies, as well as the compensation and benefits 
                 provided to you as a valued associate. 
                  
                 Some Things You Must Understand 
                  
                 The policies in this Human Resources Manual are to be considered guidelines. 
                  
                     •   Digital Solutions, at its option, may change, delete, suspend or discontinue any part or 
                         parts of the policies in this Human Resources Manual at any time without prior notice as 
                         business, employment legislation, and economic conditions dictate. 
                  
                     •   Any such action will apply to existing, as well as to future associates. 
                  
                     •   Associates do not accrue eligibility for monetary benefits for which they have not 
                         become eligible through actual time spent at work. 
                  
                     •   Associates do not accrue eligibility for any compensation, benefits, rights, or privileges 
                         beyond the last day worked. 
                  
                     •   Only the CEO of Digital Solutions may alter or modify any of the policies in this Human 
                         Resources Manual. Any alteration or modification of the policies in this Human 
                         Resources Manual must be in writing and provided to impacted associates within 30 days 
                         of the change. 
                  
                     •   No statement or promise by a supervisor, manager, or department head, past or present, 
                         may be interpreted as a change in policy nor will such promise or statement constitute an 
                         agreement with an associate. 
                  
                 Should any provision in this Human Resources Manual be found to be unenforceable and 
                 invalid, such finding does not invalidate the entire Human Resources Manual, but only that 
                 particular provision. 
                  
                 This Human Resources Manual supersedes any previous Digital Solutions’ Human Resources 
                 Manuals or other Digital Solutions’ policies whether written or oral. 
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                    Receipt and Acknowledgment of Digital Solutions  
                                   Human Resources Manual 
              
             Please read the following statements, sign below and return to your manager, supervisor, team 
             leader or designated company representative. 
              
                Understanding and Acknowledging Receipt of Digital Solutions Human Resources 
                Manual 
              
                I have received and read a copy of the Digital Solutions Human Resources Manual and all of 
                my questions have been answered. I understand that the policies and benefits described 
                within are subject to change at the sole discretion of Digital Solutions at any time. 
              
                At-Will Employment 
                I further understand that my employment is at-will, and neither I nor Digital Solutions has 
                entered into a contract regarding the duration of my employment. I am free to terminate my 
                employment with Digital Solutions at any time, with or without reason. Likewise, Digital 
                Solutions has the right to terminate my employment or otherwise discipline, transfer, or 
                demote me at any time, with or without reason, at the discretion of Digital Solutions. No 
                associate of Digital Solutions can enter into an employment contract for a specified period of 
                time or make any agreement contrary to this policy without the written approval of the CEO. 
              
                Confidential Information 
                I am aware that during the course of my employment confidential information will be made 
                available to me (e.g., product designs, marketing strategies, customer lists, pricing policies). I 
                understand that this information is proprietary and critical to the success of Digital Solutions 
                and must not be given out or used outside of Digital Solutions’ premises or with non-Digital 
                Solutions’ employees. In the event of termination of employment, whether voluntary or 
                involuntary, I hereby agree not to utilize or exploit this information with any other individual 
                or company. 
              
              
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