Document Code: NeftalyP160
Approved By: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Date Approved: 31 October 2025
Review Date: 28 November 2026
Policy Owner: Neftaly Chief Human Capital Officer, NeftalyCHCR
NeftalyP160-1 Overview
NeftalyP160-1-1 The Neftaly Human Capital Document Management Policy (NeftalyP160) provides a comprehensive framework for creating, storing, accessing, sharing, and disposing of documents within Neftaly. The policy ensures that all documentation is managed securely, efficiently, and in compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal standards, supporting operational excellence across all Royal Divisions.
NeftalyP160-2 Purpose
NeftalyP160-2-1 The purpose of this policy is to:
- NeftalyP160-2-1-1 Establish a standardized approach to document creation, classification, storage, and retrieval.
- NeftalyP160-2-1-2 Protect sensitive and confidential Human Capital information.
- NeftalyP160-2-1-3 Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
- NeftalyP160-2-1-4 Facilitate efficiency, accountability, and transparency in document handling across Neftaly.
NeftalyP160-3 Scope
NeftalyP160-3-1 This policy applies to:
- NeftalyP160-3-1-1 All Neftaly Human Capital, including Officers, Deputy Chiefs, Royal Directors, and Non-Executive Members.
- NeftalyP160-3-1-2 All physical and digital documents, records, and files created, received, or maintained by Neftaly.
- NeftalyP160-3-1-3 Documents across all departments, divisions, websites, and platforms managed by Neftaly.
NeftalyP160-4 Policy Statement
NeftalyP160-4-1 Neftaly is committed to maintaining accurate, secure, and accessible documentation across the organization. All Human Capital are responsible for adhering to standardized document management practices to ensure integrity, confidentiality, and availability of organizational records.
NeftalyP160-5 Core Principles
- NeftalyP160-5-1 Accuracy: Documents must be complete, accurate, and updated regularly.
- NeftalyP160-5-2 Security: Access to documents is controlled according to classification levels.
- NeftalyP160-5-3 Compliance: Documents must comply with legal, regulatory, and internal standards.
- NeftalyP160-5-4 Accessibility: Authorized personnel must have timely access to relevant documents.
- NeftalyP160-5-5 Retention: Documents are retained according to retention schedules and disposed of securely.
NeftalyP160-6 Procedures and Processes
NeftalyP160-6-1 Document Creation
- NeftalyP160-6-1-1 All documents must use approved templates such as NeftalyT160-01 Document Template.
- NeftalyP160-6-1-2 Documents must be clearly titled, dated, and version-controlled.
- NeftalyP160-6-1-3 Sensitive documents should be marked according to classification: Confidential, Internal Use, or Public.
NeftalyP160-6-2 Document Storage
- NeftalyP160-6-2-1 Digital documents are stored in authorized Neftaly repositories or cloud systems with controlled access.
- NeftalyP160-6-2-2 Physical documents must be stored in secure cabinets with restricted access.
- NeftalyP160-6-2-3 All storage locations are regularly backed up and monitored.
NeftalyP160-6-3 Document Access and Sharing
- NeftalyP160-6-3-1 Access is granted based on roles and responsibilities, as defined by Royal Directors and the CHCO.
- NeftalyP160-6-3-2 Use NeftalyF160-01 Document Access Request Form for requesting access to restricted documents.
- NeftalyP160-6-3-3 Sharing sensitive documents externally requires CEO or CHCO approval.
NeftalyP160-6-4 Document Retrieval
- NeftalyP160-6-4-1 Authorized personnel can retrieve documents through official Neftaly systems.
- NeftalyP160-6-4-2 Retrieval requests are logged in the NeftalyD160-01 Document Retrieval Log to maintain audit trails.
NeftalyP160-6-5 Document Retention and Disposal
- NeftalyP160-6-5-1 Retain documents according to Neftaly retention schedule (NeftalyT160-02 Document Retention Schedule).
- NeftalyP160-6-5-2 Securely dispose of documents past retention using shredding for physical copies and secure deletion for digital files.
- NeftalyP160-6-5-3 Dispose records using NeftalyF160-02 Document Disposal Form to ensure accountability.
NeftalyP160-6-6 Document Review and Audit
- NeftalyP160-6-6-1 Royal Directors conduct annual reviews of critical documents to ensure accuracy and relevance.
- NeftalyP160-6-6-2 Periodic audits are performed to ensure compliance with document management standards.
- NeftalyP160-6-6-3 Audit outcomes are reported in NeftalyR160-01 Document Audit Report.
NeftalyP160-7 Roles and Responsibilities
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Chief Executive Officer (CEO) | Provides strategic oversight and approves policy updates. |
| Chief Human Capital Officer (CHCO) | Ensures adherence to document management practices across all divisions. |
| Royal Directors | Supervise document creation, storage, access, and compliance in their divisions. |
| Deputy Chiefs | Support documentation processes and facilitate audits. |
| Officers | Maintain, retrieve, and dispose of documents according to this policy. |
| Human Capital | Follow procedures for document handling, access requests, and compliance reporting. |
NeftalyP160-8 Documentation and Templates
- NeftalyP160-8-1 NeftalyT160-01: Document Template
- NeftalyP160-8-2 NeftalyT160-02: Document Retention Schedule
- NeftalyP160-8-3 NeftalyF160-01: Document Access Request Form
- NeftalyP160-8-4 NeftalyF160-02: Document Disposal Form
- NeftalyP160-8-5 NeftalyD160-01: Document Retrieval Log
- NeftalyP160-8-6 NeftalyR160-01: Document Audit Report
NeftalyP160-9 Compliance and Monitoring
- NeftalyP160-9-1 CHCO and Royal Directors monitor adherence to document management standards.
- NeftalyP160-9-2 Non-compliance may result in restricted access, retraining, or administrative action.
- NeftalyP160-9-3 Periodic audits ensure all Human Capital comply with retention, access, and disposal requirements.
NeftalyP160-10 Review and Evaluation
NeftalyP160-10-1 This policy will be reviewed annually by the CHCO and approved by the CEO to ensure relevance, effectiveness, and alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
NeftalyP160-11 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How long should documents be retained?
A: Retention is defined in the Neftaly Document Retention Schedule (NeftalyT160-02), based on document type and regulatory requirements.
Q2: Who can access confidential documents?
A: Access is restricted to authorized personnel approved by Royal Directors or CHCO.
Q3: Can digital documents be printed?
A: Only if necessary and with approval, ensuring security protocols are followed.
Q4: How are documents securely disposed of?
A: Physical documents are shredded; digital files are securely deleted. All disposals are logged using NeftalyF160-02.
Q5: What if a document is lost or missing?
A: Report immediately to the CHCO or relevant Royal Director, and document the incident for investigation.
Approved By:
Neftaly Malatjie
Chief Executive Officer
