Modern Slavery Statement
Introduction
DemandSphere is committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct and integrity in all of our business activities. We recognize that modern slavery, including forced labor, human trafficking, and other forms of exploitation, is a global issue that affects many industries and sectors. As part of our commitment to combating these injustices, we have implemented policies and procedures to ensure that our business operations and supply chains are free from any form of modern slavery.
Our Commitment
At DemandSphere, we are dedicated to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery is not taking place anywhere within our business or in any of our supply chains.
Our Policies
To support our commitment to preventing modern slavery, we have established the following key policies:
- Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct outlines our expectations for ethical behavior and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to modern slavery and human trafficking.
- Supplier Code of Conduct: We expect our suppliers and business partners to adhere to our Supplier Code of Conduct, which includes specific provisions on the prohibition of forced labor, child labor, and human trafficking. We work closely with our suppliers to ensure they meet our high standards and regularly review their compliance.
- Due Diligence: We conduct due diligence on our supply chains to identify and assess potential risks related to modern slavery. This process includes risk assessments, audits, and supplier evaluations to ensure that our supply chains are free from any form of exploitation.
- Training and Awareness: We provide training to our employees on the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains. This training ensures that our team members are aware of the signs of modern slavery and understand the steps they should take if they suspect any form of exploitation.
- Reporting Concerns: We encourage all employees, suppliers, and business partners to report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking. We have established a confidential reporting mechanism that allows individuals to raise concerns without fear of retaliation.
Our Supply Chains
DemandSphere’s supply chains primarily involve the provision of technology, software, and professional services. We recognize that certain industries and regions may pose higher risks of modern slavery, and we are committed to working with our suppliers to mitigate these risks. Our Supplier Code of Conduct and due diligence processes are designed to ensure that our suppliers share our commitment to ethical business practices.
Continuous Improvement
We are committed to continuously improving our policies and procedures to combat modern slavery. We will regularly review and update our modern slavery statement, as well as our broader ethical policies, to ensure they remain effective and relevant.
Approval and Publication
This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the board of DemandSphere and will be reviewed annually to ensure its continued effectiveness.
Date of Approval: January 21, 2024
