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Incorporation of Code of Conduct requirements in
cooperation agreements and suppliers’ standard
contracts

This is an on-going process that has been underway since
mid-2012. PDAid incorporates the requirements in a smooth
manner when existing contracts expire or new ones are settled.
The control and development program is As of April 2013, the company has introduced Code of Conduct
divided into the following parameters: requirements in all present contracts.

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Dialogue with partners and suppliers concerning Supplier assessment
the Code of Conduct
As a part of PDAid’s system activities, the company performs a
The Code of Conduct is available in a printed version and for continuous screening of new partners and a routine annual
download from the website. It has proven to be a useful and screening of key suppliers.
debate-generating communication tool. PDAid’s partnership
and principle approach rouses interest, as well as the company’s Criteria for positive assessment of suppliers’ social responsibility:
ability and willingness to share knowledge and contribute to in-
creased awareness of sustainability and CSR. • Certification of DS 49001 or equivalent.
• Membership of the Global Compact program.
As of the most recent supplier assessment of 2016-17, 16 of • Certifications in areas that have a positive
PDAid’s closest suppliers have formally acknowledged that impact – for example environment, EMAS,
they adhere to the guidelines appearing in the PDAid Code of climate or working environment.
Conduct. These include Scanprint A/S / Stibo Printing Solutions, • Ability to provide eco-labeled goods or services,
Toptryk Grafisk ApS, Arab Printing Press Sal, Ambiente A/S, Strait for example Nordic Eco label or EU Eco label.
Air, Hjortlund Medier, Kontrapunkt, Johnsen Graphic Solutions, • Absence of bad publicity or reputation in key
bärmann+laursen, FFW Agency, Orange Medians, Lighthouse CSR issues may harm PDAid’s reputation as a
Group Aps, We are AM, Creative Coders, Digital by Innovation socially responsible company.
Lab ApS, and Manao Software.

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