Preamble
Respectful and cooperative collaboration as well as the conscious perception of social responsibility form the basis for long-term corporate success.
Winweb Informationstechnologie GmbH (hereinafter referred to as "Winweb") acknowledges, within the scope of its business activities, its social responsibility, its responsibility towards its own company and its own employees, towards customers and suppliers, as well as towards the environment.
Winweb sets out the essential principles and basic rules for its own actions as well as for conduct towards employees, business partners, customers, suppliers and the public in the Code of Conduct.
1.0 General principles
1.1 Compliance with laws
Winweb is committed to complying with national and international laws as well as other relevant regulations of the countries in which it operates in all business actions and decisions. Winweb always observes the applicable legal prohibitions and obligations, even if this entails short-term economic disadvantages or difficulties for the company or individual persons.
1.2 Data protection and information security
The protection of personal data in general, but especially of the data of employees, partners, customers and suppliers is of very high value to Winweb. In principle, Winweb only collects and processes personal data when this is absolutely necessary for the fulfillment of the respective task or has been required by law, and even then Winweb pays attention to data security, transparency and data minimization. Otherwise, Winweb only processes personal data after obtaining the consent of the data subject, which always complies with the provisions and principles set out in the European General Data Protection Regulation.
2.0 Principles of social and societal responsibility
2.1 Human rights
Winweb respects the internationally recognized human rights in accordance with the UN Human Rights Charter, dignity and personal rights and supports their observance.
2.2 Equal treatment and prohibition of discrimination
At Winweb, a culture of mutual trust and mutual respect is lived within the company. We promote equal opportunities, tolerance and respectful and honest interaction with one another and prevent any discrimination, especially in the hiring of employees as well as in promotion or the granting of training and further education measures. We treat all employees equally, regardless of gender, age, skin color, culture, ethnic origin, sexual identity, disability, religious affiliation or worldview.
2.3 Employee rights and working conditions
Winweb strictly rejects any form of forced and child labor.
Winweb is committed to fair working conditions in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations, including with regard to remuneration, the regulation of working hours and the protection of privacy. Winweb ensures a healthy and hazard-free working environment for its employees and protects its employees from physical, sexual, psychological and verbal harassment. The privacy of employees is respected.
2.4 Environmental protection
Sustainable environmental and climate protection are among the most important goals of Winweb. Laws and regulations for the protection of the environment are complied with.
3.0 Principles of fair competition
3.1 Prohibition of corruption
Winweb stands for competence, innovative strength, customer focus and motivated employees who act responsibly. Winweb rejects corruption and bribery in any form. The applicable anti-corruption criminal law is strictly complied with, personal benefits as consideration for unfair preferential treatment in business dealings may neither be granted nor accepted. Exceptions are gifts and invitations that fall within the scope of customary business hospitality and courtesy.
3.2 Conduct towards competitors
Winweb values fair competition. The applicable laws governing competition are complied with. This prohibits any unfair agreements between competitors or between customers and suppliers.
3.3 Trade secrets
Winweb takes the necessary steps to appropriately protect confidential information and business documents from access and inspection by employees not directly involved in the specific business transaction and by other third parties. Employees who possess information that is not generally known or otherwise readily accessible may not disclose this information or make it public in any other way.
4.0 Principles of responsibility of every employee in the company
4.1 Conduct and communication in public and within the company
Winweb respects the right to freedom of expression as well as the protection of personal rights and privacy. At the same time, every employee is aware that even private statements can be associated with the company's activities. For this reason, every employee of Winweb pays attention to the image and reputation of Winweb when appearing in public, especially towards the media.
Every employee ensures that their internal as well as external reports, information and communications are complete and correct and comply with applicable law and internal requirements.
Respect, tolerance, honesty and integrity among employees are the cornerstones of cooperation at Winweb.
4.2 Protection of company property
Every employee undertakes to use the property and resources of Winweb properly and carefully and to protect them from loss, theft and misuse. The intellectual property of Winweb represents a competitive advantage and is therefore an asset worthy of protection, which must be defended against any unauthorized access by third parties.
The tangible and intangible property is generally used for business purposes, unless private use has been permitted. Also in the case of business trips and other company-related expenses, every employee commits to the principle of cost-effectiveness and thus to an appropriate relationship between the costs and the type and scope of the event.