DEPRECATION NOTICE, Dec 2022: Please use this Code of Conduct documentation instead. We will sunset this document in favor of the new one in early 2023.
All Participants in FinOps Foundation forums and events must abide by the Code of Conduct of our parent organization, Linux Foundation, which can be found here: https://www.linuxfoundation.org/code-of-conduct/
The FinOps Foundation also expects its participants to do the following:
- Contribute proactively to the FinOps Foundation
- Demonstrate commitment to best practices and continual improvement of the industry
- Aim to bring long-term benefits to the industry, rather than short-term advantage for individuals and/or your company
- Show respect for the diverse range of people and cultures with whom I work and for their human rights
- Not be involved in corrupt, unethical or illegal practices, bribery, discrimination or similar improper behaviour
- Refrain from making representations (media, government, other) on behalf of the FinOps Foundation without approval
- Act ethically and with integrity, decency and respect for the community and it's members
- Perform and comply with any variation or amendments to the Code of Conduct made at any time by the FinOps Foundation
FinOps Foundation is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all people and all identities, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, parental status, marital status, political affiliation, veteran status, socioeconomic status or background. We are committed to providing a safe and productive environment that fosters open dialogue and the expression of ideas, free of harassment, discrimination, retaliation and hostile conduct.
All people are expected to treat others with respect and consideration. Generally, unethical, unlawful, unsafe, or other conduct that is otherwise inconsistent with FinOps Foundation's rules and policies, or that violates local, state or federal law is unacceptable. If we believe that you are not complying with this Code of Conduct, the matter will be carefully reviewed and the appropriate action will be taken.
FinOps Foundation is about sharing industry best practices, identifying the challenges that cloud poses and solutions that address them. While your products, tooling and business offerings may assist in solving some of these challenges we do not condone sales pitches. Unless there is a specific request about a product you are involved with, you should not continue to interject your offerings into conversation. Likewise, vendors or consultants are prohibited from using FinOps channels to do unsolicited outreach.
Violating participants will receive one warning, if there is another violation, the Foundation may opt to remove all participants from the company from FinOps channels.
Adding comments to the conversation about your competitors offerings, especially negative viewpoints will also not be accepted. We would like to keep the conversation positive and on point.
If you witness or are subjected to inappropriate behavior, or have concerns related to this Code of Conduct, please promptly contact hello@finops.org.