Check
Rule
Policy changes without an effective date
A policy change without an effective date is a rumor with a logo. This keeps the paper trail intact from the first send.
The prompt
Flag any email announcing a new or changed policy, process or benefit that does not state the effective date in full, for example ‘Effective November 1, 2026’. Reminders about existing policies and links to the policy page are exempt.
Works in
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Where: Settings → Email Settings → Custom Check (Owners and Admins)
In packs: People and HR team · Regulated industry
The prompt
Flag any email announcing a new or changed policy, process or benefit that does not state the effective date in full, for example ‘Effective November 1, 2026’. Reminders about existing policies and links to the policy page are exempt.
