Organizational Relationships & Responsibilities; Resource Management - Extreme Networks Innovation. Simplicity. Performance Manual

4.0 Organizational Relationships & Responsibilities
4.1 Responsibility for Quality:
implement the corporate quality objectives within their team(s). Managers ensure team members are
appropriately trained, have the necessary tools and resources, and are empowered to implement
improvements. All Extremists are responsible for ensuring the quality of their work; contributing to
product and service quality; and creating an environment of organizational excellence.
4.2 Organizational Relationships: Functional responsibilities and interrelationships are defined through
organizational charts, job descriptions, corporate policies, and key system procedures. Functional
managers are responsible for ensuring all members of their team understand the corporate goals and
objectives, the scope of the quality system, and the role of their team within that system. [See also
Appendix A: Quality System Elements, and Appendix B: Organizational Relationships]

5.0 Resource Management

5.1 Business Strategy & Quality Planning: In the annual strategic and business planning cycle the
Leadership Team sets short- and long-term objectives for the organization with supporting quality
objectives, goals, and measures. The Leadership Team communicates the strategy to the organization
as well as changes made to established plan(s) through quarterly company meetings. Project quality
objectives are documented at the project definition and planning stage, incorporating input from
customers, employees, and suppliers.
5.2 Sustainability & Green Business: Extreme Networks strives to be recognized by its employees,
customers, community, and shareholders as a responsible organization conducting business in a
manner that conserves the environment and minimizes pollution. The organization's commitment to
environmental sustainability and green business practices is reflected in programs aimed at:
compliance with applicable regulations and contractual requirements; leveraging known best
practices; reasonable implementation of industry standards and expectations; and integrating green
practices with corporate initiatives. Extreme Networks actively considers the environmental impacts
and potential impacts and works to minimize its environmental footprint. As global expectations and
customer requirements change, the specifics of the organization's environmental programs adapt to
meet those needs.
5.3 Infrastructure & Work Environment: Extreme Networks maintains a safe and suitable environment
for its employees, guests, and the products designed and serviced at its facilities. Where practica1,
reasonable accommodations are made for individuals' accessibility or ergonomic needs. Work areas
are organized according to space required for the work. Equipment, tools, and supplies are made
available as appropriate to each job function or area. All facilities comply with local, state, and
national safety and environmental standards.
methods where practical.
5.4 Human Resources: Extreme Networks process to qualify, train, and develop employees ensures
Extremists are able to operate successfully within the organization. Employee development programs
include methods to evaluate effectiveness and to confirm Extremists' needs are met consistently.
Résumés, certifications, and key training records are part of each Extremist's personnel record.
Functional managers are responsible for reviewing skill and resource needs and identifying where
additional training, support, tools, or resources may be required. Annual performance reviews
evaluate Extremists' competence, performance, and contribution toward achieving the organizational
goals and objectives.
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