GN’s Group Business Ethics & Compliance department collaborates with the entire organization to mitigate risks of non-compliance with anti-corruption laws and GN policies. The commitment to business ethics is anchored in GN’s Ethics Guide, which outlines the responsibilities and ethical standards expected of all employees and relevant business partners. Standards, policies, and training programs play a critical role in preventing potential misconduct across GN. Additionally, it outlines a decision-making process that supports the resolution of ethical issues and identifies GN departments who are available to help and advice. Case studies are provided to illustrate how ethical responsibilities and guidelines apply in everyday situations. Key content includes the GN Alertline, ethical decision-making, business conduct, employment practices, compliance with laws and regulations, conflict of interest, bribery, and third-party management.

GN has established procedures and policies for managing relationships with suppliers to ensure a structured approach to our procurement processes and fair behavior with business partners. All supplier contracts include stipulations for governing late payments and guidelines to manage relationships with our suppliers, as well as SMEs. These procedures are supported by our various policy commitments, such as GN’s Supplier Code of Conduct and Statutory Corporate Governance Reports.