Using Resources
Responsibly

You’re responsible for protecting our assets from loss, theft or misuse. This includes tangible as well as intangible assets such as trade secrets, business information and intellectual property. All company assets should be used only for legitimate business purposes.


Your GATX computer, network, and internet access must be used primarily for business, and you must do so professionally, ethically, and legally. Use good judgment and restraint when using them for personal reasons.


Keep in mind that such personal use must not:

  • Interfere with your or any other employee’s job performance
  • Negatively affect the systems’ performance
  • Be related to performing commercial activities for any another business, including one that you own
  • Violate any other policy of the Company

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You may not use GATX systems to access,disseminate,or store:

  • Destructive software code
  • Sexually explicit content
  • Slanderous or libelous content
  • Threatening or harassing messages
  • Chain letters
  • Content that could be considered as hostile or in poor taste
  • Any other unauthorized materials

Anyone using our systems to access web sites containing sexually explicit material or other inappropriate content may be subject to discipline, including dismissal. If you aren’t sure whether accessing a particular web site is prohibited, check with your manager.

Whether you use our systems in the office or at home, keep in mind that all documents, including electronic communications, are the company’s property.

We reserve the right to access and review any information contained in the systems for legitimate purposes, such as monitoring system performance and assuring compliance with our policies and procedures.

By accepting the terms in this Code, you consent to such access and review.