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Offboarding Policy: Guide to Employee Exit Procedures & Requirements

What is Offboarding Policy?

Offboarding Policy refers to the standardized procedures and protocols an organization follows when an employee leaves the company, whether through resignation, termination, or retirement. It ensures a smooth transition process that protects company assets, maintains security, and provides a professional exit experience.
Key components include:
  • Exit interview procedures
  • Access revocation protocols
  • Knowledge transfer requirements
  • Asset recovery processes
  • Final payment calculations
  • Benefits termination procedures
  • Documentation requirements
  • Compliance checklist

Essential Policy Components

Who It's For

This policy covers everyone – from interns to executives. Whether you’ve been here 20 years or 2 months, these rules apply when it’s time to say goodbye.

Types of Departures

We need to handle different situations differently:
  • Voluntary resignations (when someone chooses to leave)
  • Retirement (celebrating long service)
  • Involuntary terminations (handled with extra care and sensitivity)
  • End of contracts (planned transitions)

Notice Periods

Clear rules about:
  • How much notice is expected
  • How it should be given (written, to whom)
  • What happens if notice isn’t given
  • How notice periods might vary by role

Keeping Secrets Safe

Rules about:
  • What information stays confidential after leaving
  • How long these obligations last
  • Which documents need signing
  • What happens if agreements are broken

Policy Guidelines

The Exit Talk
Every departing employee should have:
  • A formal exit interview
  • Chance to share feedback
  • Discussion about final responsibilities
  • Clear understanding of next steps

System Lockdown

Specific steps for:
  • When access gets cut off
  • Which systems need attention
  • Who handles the technical side
  • How to prevent security gaps

Knowledge Handover

The policy must clearly state:
  • What needs documenting
  • When handover should start
  • Who receives the information
  • How detailed it should be

Final Checks

A clear list of must-dos:
  • Return of company property (from laptops to door cards)
  • Final expense claims submission
  • Project status documentation
  • Office cleanup requirements

Policy Implementation

Who Does What
Everyone needs to know their role:
  • HR coordinates the whole process
  • IT handles system access
  • Managers ensure smooth handovers
  • Finance processes final payments
Paper Trail
Everything needs proper documentation:
  • Exit forms signed and filed
  • Return receipts for company property
  • Final clearance certificates
  • Compliance confirmations

Legal Must-Haves

Money Matters
Clear rules about:
  • When final payment happens
  • What it includes (salary, leave, bonuses)
  • How deductions are handled
  • Documentation needed

Benefits Wrap-up

Specific details about:
  • When benefits end
  • Option to continue health insurance
  • Retirement account handling
  • Other benefit conversions

Keeping It Current

The policy should state:
  • How often it gets reviewed
  • Who approves changes
  • How updates are communicated
  • Where the latest version lives

Mrs. Manju Diyya

Vice President – Tech
She is a versatile professional with a robust educational foundation spanning both the realms of chemical engineering and physical sciences. She holds degrees from esteemed institutions such as JNTU for Chemical Engineering and Osmania University for Physical Sciences. Additionally, she has expanded her expertise by earning a certification in Data Science from Intellipaat in collaboration with IIT, Chennai. With a solid background in both academia and practical application, she demonstrates a profound understanding of data science, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). She is a dynamic individual characterized by her analytical mindset and a proven ability to drive meaningful outcomes through data-driven methodologies.

Mrs. Yuhana Hassan

Associate Vice President – Strategic Planning & Business Expansion
With almost a decade of distinguished experience in senior business management, she brings a wealth of expertise in overseeing different divisions within the IT sector. Known for her strategic thinking and deep understanding of global market trends, she has successfully expanded businesses across vibrant markets in South East Asia and the Middle East. As a leader, she has led efforts in brand development and strategic planning, driving organizational growth and positioning the company as a market leader. Beyond her strategic role, her dynamic leadership style and unwavering commitment to excellence continuously boost our company’s performance.

Chandra Babu T

Lead – Business Development
IT professional with 20+ years of experience in program management, product management, delivery management, pre-sales, and process management. Started career as a Java developer from there onwards rose to different positions in companies like Birlasoft and Unisys Global Services. Major projects are involved in GE Money, Angola National ID, United Airlines, SIDBI Bank’s Enterprise Loan Management System, Bayshore Community Healthcare Services & Health Serve, etc.

Jeelani Sheik

Chief Marketing Officer
Jeelani Sheik, a seasoned marketing leader with 20+ years in the IT industry, specializes in digital marketing and product development. His expertise lies in leveraging data-driven insights in digital marketing to produce the best possible results within budget constraints, fueling growth for small enterprises and startups. Beyond marketing, Jeelani’s proficiency extends to delivery management, strategic planning, and process development, evident in his track record of establishing and scaling delivery centers, fostering key relationships, and leading transformative programs during his tenure in TCS and Tech Mahindra. As Spryple’s CMO, he drives innovative marketing strategies, enhancing brand visibility and spearheading growth.

Srinivas Somisetti

Chief Product Officer
Srinivas, an experienced IT leader with over 20+ years of expertise, focuses on product and project/operations management. He ensures top-notch software quality in various sectors such as HRMS, healthcare, ERP, and general insurance, serving major clients in India, Middle East and the USA. Starting his HRMS journey in 2001, Worked for Temple Technologies, 3i Infotech, Saahi Systems and Tetrasoft companies, played SME Role in conceptualizing and Developing HRMS Solutions in his previous companies and also took the ownership of multiple HRMS implementation systems. Proficient in both Waterfall and Agile methodologies, especially Scrum, he has played a key role in establishing quality processes, contributing to achieve CMMI level 3 in multiple organizations. He continues to support startups, offering assistance from their inception. He also excels in developing e-commerce platforms and news portals. Beyond IT, he manages his family’s school business.

Sree Lahari Raavi

Co-Founder SPRYPLE HR
Over the course of the last 10 years, her unwavering dedication and unparalleled expertise have played a pivotal role in transforming our startup’s trajectory. In these 10+ years of her startup journey, she has guided the teams in developing applications in Healthcare Technologies (Sanela Healthcare). In addition to this, she has managed the delivery of client projects like NDTCO and Hibbett. Her tenure at Accenture, serving esteemed clients such as Zurich Financial Services, underscores her depth of experience and her capacity to navigate complex challenges with finesse.

Mr. Sriganesh Sivasubramanian

Sr.Vice President – HR Lead
HR professional with a Master’s Degree in Commerce and an Executive Post Graduate Diploma in HR Management. Had been with IT majors and MNCs, viz. HCL Technologies, Deloitte Consulting, Tech Mahindra, and Sanela Technology for over 35 years in a managerial capacity for Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, and Global Mobility Management. Green belt certified process improvement specialist from Deloitte .

Mr. Venkateswarlu Boora

Chief Executive Officer
Venkateswarlu Boora, as the founder and CEO, being a Techpreneur, has transformed the HRMS & Payroll solutions landscape. Started journey with Healthcare Technology Solutions. He is known for his customer-centric approach followed by relentless innovations in Information Technology. In his 25 years of IT journey, worked for MNCs like TCS, Accenture, and served major clients like Zurich Financial Services, Bank of America, AC Nielsen, CVS Caremark, Ericsson, and HR across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. In his journey as a techpreneur, he established teams and provided many IT solutions for both Public and Private sectors in India, Malaysia, and the USA. His ventures, Sanela Healthcare Software and Sreeb Technologies, proudly count ISRO, NDTCO, and Hibbett among their esteemed clients.