Sustainable procurement
Fibox Tested Systems collaborates with a network of over 300 suppliers across approximately 15 countries. It manages its supply chain through structured supplier requirements, due diligence processes and ongoing risk assessment. Safe operations, fair labour practices and supplier due diligence, together with environmental, social and governance criteria, including environmental management practices and CO₂-related targets and monitoring, are integrated into sourcing practices as part of its sustainability approach.
Supplier Standards
Supplier Code of Conduct
The Fibox Supplier Code of Conduct defines the principles and requirements that apply to suppliers of Fibox Tested Systems. It covers areas such as health and safety, human and labour rights, child and forced labour, environment, anti-bribery and corruption, confidentiality, fair competition, compliance with laws and trade sanctions. Fibox Tested Systems requires its suppliers to comply with the Fibox Supplier Code of Conduct, and compliance is assessed as part of supplier onboarding and monitoring processes.
Responsible Sourcing
FTS Sourcing Policy
The Fibox Tested Systems sourcing policy defines the principles and requirements used to guide sourcing decisions. It provides a structured framework to align sourcing practices with business requirements, regulatory obligations and sustainability objectives. The sourcing policy covers areas such as:
- Fibox Supplier Code of Conduct,
- Supplier requirements,
- Social responsibility,
- Preferred supplier program,
- Risk management,
- Sustainability KPI’s.
Suppliers are expected to meet the requirements defined in the sourcing policy, including the Supplier Code of Conduct.
Strategic Partnerships
Preferred Supplier Program
In 2024, Fibox Tested Systems introduced a Preferred Supplier Program to recognise suppliers based on performance in areas such as quality, delivery, cost and sustainability. The program supports structured collaboration on performance and sustainability-related objectives, encouraging continuous improvement and development.
Supplier benefits:
Business review meetings for feedback
Scorecard evaluations identifying strengths and improvements
Priority access to new opportunities and early bid invitations
A limited number of suppliers are selected based on defined evaluation criteria. The criteria are regularly updated, and participants are reviewed regularly through supplier scorecards to support continuous improvement and alignment with requirements.
Responsible Risk Oversight
ESG Procurement Risk Management
Fibox Tested Systems implements supplier sustainability risk management practices through structured processes, which include routine communication with key suppliers, regular monitoring of supplier sustainability KPIs, supplier risk assessments, ESG-focused training, and the development of targeted action plans for identified high-risk suppliers. It also benchmarks industry practices by engaging with companies with advanced ESG programs and external experts.
Suppliers are expected to identify, monitor and manage their ESG-related risks, including:
Environmental (Carbon footprint, emissions, resource use, energy, waste management, water usage)
Social (labour practices, respect for human rights, worker/customer/user safety, engagement with local communities)
Governance (Ethical practices, anti-corruption policies, transparency, and legal compliance)
Economic Viability and financial stability
Suppliers are expected to establish and uphold sustainability risk management practices in line with the sourcing policy. For a consistent and structured assessment of a supplier’s activities, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification are expected reference frameworks. Participation in the EcoVadis sustainability assessment is also expected and used as part of supplier evaluation. If a supplier is not subject to mandatory disclosure requirements regarding their ESG impact under European law, reporting according to VSME may be used as a complementary approach.
SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAIN
Promoting Sustainability with Suppliers
Fibox Tested Systems develops supplier sustainability practices by holding periodic meetings with key suppliers and requesting annual updates from suppliers within its own sourcing scope. It also conducts supplier sustainability audits and provides ESG-related training for these suppliers.
Training covers areas such as:
Introduction to ESG and its importance for suppliers
Sourcing policy, Code of Conduct and ESG requirements
Supplier self-assessment and ESG risk evaluation
Workers, customer, and end user safety
Sustainability KPI's
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