It is forbidden, directly or indirectly, to offer, pay, promise to pay or authorize, directly or indirectly, the payment of any money or anything of value to any government authority, consultant, third party, agent, business partner or any other entity for the purpose of influencing any act or decision, ensuring undue advantage or directing business to any person that violates anti-corruption rules.
Belgotex also does not maintain any relationship with individuals or companies involved in anti-corruption standards, and must also condemn any illicit practices, cooperating with public investigations.
Environmental Protection
Belgotex, concerned with the company's socio-environmental function, exercises and develops sustainable practices, both in improving its production process and in promoting environmental education among its team. It has a specific working group to implement improvements in its environmental management system.
The company has several certifications, such as ABNT NBR ISO 9001 and 14001, ABNT Ecological Label, and has incorporated ESG practices into its internal flows, focusing on constant evolution and seeking partnerships that are compatible with its values.
Use of Electronic Communication Means
The resources and equipment for electronic communication are Belgotex's assets and are intended for the exclusive use of activities of its interest.
Belgotex reserves the right to control and monitor Internet access for all equipment connected to its information technology system.
Therefore, it is the responsibility of all those who have access to such resources and equipment to use their own username and password to access the network and the Internet and to send emails.
Protection and Use of Assets and Physical Resources
The company constantly invests in its infrastructure, and everyone must take care to use this heritage, avoiding depreciation or misuse of assets, thus promoting conscious consumption.
Intellectual Property
Intellectual property includes rights related to inventions in all fields of human activity, patents, trade secrets and trademarks, industrial designs, domain names, copyrights, products, ideas, projects, prototypes, financial information, commercial or any other non-material activity authored by Belgotex.
The use or transfer to third parties, without prior authorization, of confidential information, whether intellectual or material property of Belgotex, clients, suppliers, and service providers, is prohibited.
Confidentiality
It is the duty of all those who relate to Belgotex to respect the confidentiality of any technical or commercial information to which they have access as a result of their relationship with the company, and to use such information exclusively for expressly permitted purposes.
Data Protection
The company values compliance with the General Data Protection Law. Clients, suppliers, service providers, partners, employees, and all those with whom we relate must assume responsibility for the regular compliance with current regulations for the processing of personal data.
Furthermore, they must commit to protecting and keeping personal data confidential, with exceptions to cases specified by law, as well as to take necessary measures to ensure the security of information.
Reporting Channel
It is expected that everyone will ensure compliance with the provisions of this Code of Ethics and report inappropriate conduct through the email:
Communications should occur in a way that guarantees the minimum elements for investigating occurrences. Confidentiality and the absence of any retaliation for information presented in good faith will be ensured.
After receiving the information, the Ethics Committee will meet to make decisions.
Disciplinary Measures
Belgotex keeps channels open to listen and act on matters related to possible violations of its compliance policies and ethical practices in its business, not intending for the Code of Ethical Conduct to be a complete guide for all situations.
The internal regulatory instruments complement the principles expressed here. In case of doubts about their applications, the B_dB Management Team is the first path for advice.
The image of Belgotex and its trademarks must be built and preserved daily by all employees and partners as their most important asset.
Any action, individual or collective attitude that compromises the reputation and credibility of this image will be considered a serious violation and will result in sanctions.
Making Ethical Decisions
Before deciding whether conduct or activity is appropriate:
- Check if it is contrary to legislation;
- Check if it is contrary to the Code of Ethics, policy, guideline, or practices of Belgotex;
- Check if it is inconsistent with Belgotex's values.
Whenever in doubt, ask!
If the answer to any of the above questions is positive, the behavior or activity in question is inappropriate.