Sample Letter for Directive — Email Usage [Your Name] [Your Position] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Position] [Company/Organization Name] [Company/Organization Address] Subject: Directive — Email Usage Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to provide you with guidelines and directives regarding the proper use of emails within our company/organization. Effective communication through email is crucial for maintaining professionalism, efficiency, and privacy. It is essential that we adhere to these guidelines to ensure that our email communication remains secure and productive. 1. Professionalism: — Use a professional email signature that includes your name, position, and contact details. Avoid using personal quotes, images, or logos unless they are related to the company/organization. — Avoid using excessive capitalization, exclamation marks, or emoticons. Maintain a respectful and professional tone in all emails. — Proofread and review your email before sending to ensure clarity, accuracy, and professionalism. 2. Confidentiality: — Handle and share confidential information with the utmost care, adhering to the company/organization's confidentiality policies. — Avoid discussing sensitive or confidential matters through email unless it is encrypted or sent through secure channels approved by our IT department. 3. Security: — Do not respond to suspicious emails, click on unknown links, or open any attachments from unfamiliar senders. Report any suspicious activity to our IT department immediately. — Use strong passwords for email accounts and change them periodically. Avoid sharing passwords or storing them in an accessible location. 4. Efficiency: — Use concise and clear subject lines to help recipients understand the purpose and urgency of your email. — Keep emails concise and to the point, addressing only the relevant topics. Use bullet points or numbered lists where applicable. — Reply to emails promptly, but prioritize tasks and avoid unnecessary back-and-forth conversations. 5. Etiquette: — Use appropriate grammar, spelling, and punctuation in all emails. Avoid using shorthand or text language. — Avoid using email as a means for personal or inappropriate communication. — Use a professional tone even in challenging situations; avoid becoming defensive or engaging in arguments. Please take the time to familiarize yourself with these guidelines and encourage your team members to do the same. I trust that you will implement these directives promptly to ensure uniformity and consistency in email communication throughout our company/organization. Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have any questions or need further clarification on any of the provided guidelines, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. Best regards, [Your Name] [Your Position] [Company/Organization Name]
Para su conveniencia, debajo del texto en español le brindamos la versión completa de este formulario en inglés. For your convenience, the complete English version of this form is attached below the Spanish version.