Clean Desk Policy

Definitions

1. A workplace policy requiring desks to be cleared of sensitive documents, devices, or notes when not in use. In security-conscious environments it is meant to reduce accidental exposure of confidential information.

   In plain English: A policy requiring people to keep desks free of sensitive materials.

   Example: "The clean desk policy felt old-fashioned until auditors pointed out how many passwords and customer notes were still ending up on sticky notes."

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