Axiros Code Of Conduct
Guiding Principles and Ethical Standards for Conduct at Axiros
“There is only one ethics, one set of rules of morality, one code that of individual behavior in which the same rules apply to everyone alike. ”
Axiros values the opinions of others and knows that customers, partners, employees, society and other stakeholders trust is core to our competitiveness and success. We take professional pride in the work we do as well as how we achieve it. We cherish the Axiros brand and reputation we have managed to build over the years. That’s why Axiros strives for the highest degree of ethical conduct in every action we take. Axiros is committed to run business in line with internationally recognized ethical and responsible business practices.
Responsible business behavior is one of the cornerstones of the culture of performance and integrity at Axiros. In a company of our size and global scope, the code of conduct helps our people to make the right decisions in everyday work.
Axiros requires all employees to familiarize themselves with and follow the Axiros code of conduct in their work.
The code is based on the ten principles provided by the United Nations (UN) Global Compact - a set of core values in the areas of human rights, labour standards, the environment and anti-corruption.
Human Rights
Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights; and
Principle 2: make sure that they are not complicit in human rights abuses.
Environment
Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges;
Principle 8: undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility; and
Principle 9: encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
Labour Standards
Principle 3: Businesses should uphold the freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining;
Principle 4: the elimination of all forms of forced and compulsory labour;
Principle 5: the effective abolition of child labour; and
Principle 6: the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.
Anti-Corruption
Principle 10: Businesses should work against corruption in all its forms, including extortion and bribery.
EcoVadis
The EcoVadis sustainability assessment methodology is at the heart of our Ratings and Scorecards and is an evaluation of how well a company has integrated the principles of Sustainability/CSR into their business and management system. Our methodology is built on international sustainability standards, including the Global Reporting Initiative, the United Nations Global Compact, and the ISO 26000, covering 220+ spend categories and 180+ countries.
Axiros ranked among global companies for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by EcoVadis
The objective of the EcoVadis assessment methodology is to assess the quality of a company’s sustainability management system through its policies, actions, and results
If you have questions about the EcoVadis ranking results or would like to receive the Axiros scorecard please contact [email protected]
Putting Integrity, Transparency And Responsibility Into Action
Integrity, transparency and responsibility characterize the way Axiros conducts business.
Operating with a strong sense of integrity is critical to maintain trust and credibility with our customers, partners, employees, society and other stakeholders. Such trust and credibility require transparency in how we conduct business and confidentiality when we conduct business to protect business assets and the privacy of individuals.
Creating an environment of transparency in the conduct of business is a high priority for all of us. Our Code of Business Ethics reflects our commitment to operate with truthfulness in our dealings and communications to the marketplace.
Axiros is operated in accordance with the principles set forth in this Code. Everyone - from the members of the Board of Directors and the executive management to each individual working for Axiros - will be held accountable for meeting these standards.
The Axiros Way - 6 Enduring Core Values
Axiros is built on 6 enduring core values — Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual, Best People, Integrity and Stewardship. They serve as a foundation and guideline how to act and make decisions.
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Client Value Creation - Enabling clients to become high-performance businesses and creating long-term relationships by being responsive and relevant and by consistently delivering value.
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One Global Network - Leveraging the power of global insight, relationships, collaboration and learning to deliver exceptional service to clients wherever they do business.
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Respect for the Individual - Valuing diversity and unique contributions, fostering a trusting, open and inclusive environment and treating each person in a manner that reflects Axiros’ values.
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Best People - Attracting, developing and retaining the best talent for our business, challenging our people, demonstrating a “can-do” attitude and fostering a collaborative and mutually supportive environment.
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Integrity - Being ethically unyielding and honest and inspiring trust by saying what we mean, matching our behaviors to our words and taking responsibility for our actions.
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Stewardship - Building a strong company, protecting the Axiros brand, fulfilling commitments, acting with an ownership mindset, developing our people, and supporting communities and the environment.