Making ethical decisions
We always strive to make ethical decisions in accordance with our values. In case of doubt, we seek advice, for example by checking our internal regulations, and receive support from our supervisors, the Human Resources departments, or from the Compliance department and other responsible departments. For legal questions, we may contact the legal department directly.
Internal regulations
For many topics addressed in this Code, specific internal regulations exist and must also be observed. In cases of perceived conflicts with local laws or other internal regulations, or if any other questions should arise, we contact the Compliance department, the legal department, or other responsible departments for guidance. We keep ourselves informed about current topics relating to this Code of Conduct, and we participate in applicable training.
I CARE
We have all been in situations where making an ethical decision is challenging. In these cases, our decision-making framework ‘I CARE’ offers guidance for choices that aren’t clear-cut. It helps us to understand the underlying reasons and outside influences affecting a decision, to make potential actions clear, and it encourages reflection for future learning.
Additional Insight
Important other responsible departments include the
Responsible Cs for a Compliance Area, such as Tax or
Quality. Overview: link BGN / Compliance
