The hiring philosophy shapes every part of Locus Technologies, including the customer support team. Every client-facing employee holds an advanced degree in science or engineering or brings direct professional EHS experience from the field. That standard exists because environmental software support is fundamentally different from generic software support. The questions customers ask about Locus involve data quality standards, regulatory reporting workflows, chain-of-custody protocols, and analytical validation logic. Answering those questions well requires understanding the work, not just the software. When a Locus customer submits a support ticket, the person reviewing it has a relevant background.