GN has implemented several policies, actions, and targets for managing product safety and data privacy related risks. As data privacy and product safety are strictly regulated by international and local laws, targets are mainly determined based on these regulations. Given the compliance-based nature of IROs, GN has not directly engaged with consumers and end-users when setting targets, tracking performance, or when identifying lessons learnt.

As this positive impact is inherent to the core activity in our Hearing division, it is not covered in a policy as such. The core action towards maximizing our positive impact is growing our Hearing business, which is reflected in our expected organic growth of 5-8% annually until 2028. Beyond that, we seek to further increase our impact by introducing new product categories, such as over-the-counter hearing aids, as well as efforts to increase broader awareness of the benefits of hearing health provided by our products. For more information on this, see LISTEN TO THIS™ on page 11.