Laws: I comply with laws and regulations and report violations.
- I comply with all laws and regulations that are relevant for my area of responsibility. If I am unsure about anything, I contact my line manager or the Legal Department.
- If I discover a serious violation of laws or in-house guidelines, I report it immediately.
Ethics: I observe ethical standards and respect the rules of fair competition.
- I avoid conflicts of interest and separate private and business interests.
- I am not open to bribery. I only accept gifts or invitations if they comply with in-house guidelines and do not influence my decisions.
- Corruption and bribery are never an option for me. I refrain from any dishonest actions with which I could influence decisions made by customers, suppliers, competitors or official bodies.
Sustainability: I act in an ecologically and socially responsible manner.
- Where possible, I help conserve natural resources and reduce my energy consumption by adhering to sustainability and environmental standards, promoting innovative solutions and raising awareness of social and environmental issues when appropriate.
Confidentiality: I communicate openly; I protect confidential and classified information.
- I communicate actively, openly and honestly with employees, business partners and official bodies.
- Statements I make and documents I draw up are accurate and truthful.
- I treat information about SFS and business partners that is not publicly accessible as confidential and protect it.
- I take appropriate steps to protect personal data against infringement, loss or unauthorized use.
Fairness: I am responsible for my social conduct and behavior.
- My actions are honest and fair and I respect the rights and dignity of my fellow human beings.
- I treat all employees and business partners alike, irrespective of their gender, religion or other attributes.
- I avoid any kind of discrimination, harassment or violation of personal integrity.
