The i6 Group is committed to a quality management system dedicated to meeting the requirements of its customers and of all regulatory requirements applicable to its products and services.
These products and services include the design, deployment, distribution and support of electronic, electro-mechanical and software products as well as legacy product support services for the aerospace and defence industries. This quality management system will as a minimum meet the ISO9001:2015 standard, and be subject to continual review and improvement.
Objectives will be established to ensure that the requirements of this policy are met and performance against these objectives will be monitored and reviewed by management. Communication of this policy throughout the Company and staff training will be key in the achievement of these objectives.
The Company is dedicated to meeting and where possible exceeding customer expectations. To ensure successful implementation of this policy staff are responsible for identifying and satisfying customer requirements as well as raising with management areas where improvements in customer satisfaction can be made.
The Company is committed to operating with safety as its key priority; in products, in the design, consultancy, and operating services it provides, and in the operation of the business. The Company will seek to design and deliver electronics and software products and engineering services in an environmentally sustainable and a socially aware manner.
The Company will establish processes and procedures that assist in the realisation of the needs and objectives of the business. Staff have an obligation to follow and conform with these processes and procedures and to make recommendations for improvement.
i6 Group and its subsidiary companies are committed to minimising the impact of its activities on the environment.
The key points of its strategy to achieve this are:
- Minimise waste by evaluating operations and ensuring they are as efficient as possible.
- Minimise toxic emissions through the selection and use of its fleet and the source of its power requirement.
- Actively promote recycling both internally and amongst its customers and suppliers.
- Source and promote a product range to minimise the environmental impact of both production and distribution.
- Meet or exceed all the environmental legislation that relates to the Company.
- Work with our Landlord to comply and implement processes in accordance with the Landlord’s environmental policies and procedures.
This policy will be held by the Board and will be reviewed annually to ensure that it remains relevant, both internally with all employees and externally regarding changing social and moral attitudes and business best practice.
The i6 Group is committed to conducting its business around the world with the highest degree of integrity.
This commitment includes a zero tolerance approach towards all forms of bribery and corruption. With this in mind the group have established a formal compliance programme designed to minimise the risk of bribery and corruption occurring within our group of businesses. This programme includes a comprehensive Anti-Bribery and Corruption Code of Conduct, which has been formally approved by the i6 Group Board of Directors.
Our Code of Conduct extends to all businesses which are part of the i6 Group and wherever the i6 Group or its subsidiaries, associates, partners and/or agents operate. The i6 Group requires that all directors, officers, employees, joint venture partners, agents, advisors and suppliers comply with this Code of Conduct. Any i6 Group Director, officer or employee who is found to have breached this Code of Conduct will be liable to disciplinary action, which may result in dismissal or other sanctions. Breaches of this Code of Conduct by our suppliers, partners, agents or other third party contractors and advisors may result in immediate termination of all contracts with the i6 Group.
Engaging in bribery and corruption whether at home or abroad may constitute a criminal offence, which could expose both the i6 Group and the individuals involved to serious criminal sanctions, including the risk of imprisonment. Everyone working within the i6 Group of Companies has a responsibility to ensure that our businesses are conducted in an ethical manner. The i6 Group expects and relies upon all of the individuals and companies with which it has dealings to play their part in ensuring that this objective is achieved.
The i6 Group understands the importance of export compliance and takes its responsibilities seriously. The success of this company depends on the large portion of business we do overseas and we are fully aware of the commercial impact of export controls.
Export control regulations are enforced in countries throughout the world to support national security policies and prevent the illegitimate development of Weapons of Mass Destruction and related terrorist activities. Over the past few years the political and economic climate has sharpened the focus on export controls and as a consequence regulations are tightening and enforcement is increasing.
We have therefore undertaken a strong stance within our business to understand the controls and ensure they are complied with fully.
i6 Systems Ltd will:
- screen all our new and existing customers and suppliers to ensure that we do not do business with prohibited entities
- obtain all the necessary licenses and other government approvals prior to exporting control listed products and technology
- maintain an up-to-date knowledge of export control legislation and changes to it.
The purpose of these controls is to limit the supply of the technology or strategic goods to countries proscribed, principally for reasons of proliferation, security, or terrorism. If you are a recipient of i6 Systems Ltd goods (including hardware and/software and/or technology as well as all corresponding documents) we shall expect compliance with all applicable national and international export control regulations.
For our business it is essential that we comply with the legislation; failure to do so would bring serious penalties for the company and for the individuals concerned. It is in all our interests that the controls are effective to ensure we make the world a safer place.
i6 Group is committed to protecting employees, business partners and suppliers from illegal or damaging actions by individuals, either knowingly, or unknowingly.
When i6 Group addresses issues proactively and uses correct judgement, it will help to set the company apart from its competitors and help further enhance its reputation. i6 Group will not tolerate any wrongdoing or impropriety at any time. The company will take the appropriate measures and act quickly where the ‘ethical code’ is broken.
This policy applies to all employees, contractors, consultants and part time employees of i6 Group and its subsidiary companies.
i6 Group Board’s commitment to Ethics:
- that Integrity is one of the company’s core values
- to set and lead by example that, in any business practise, honesty and integrity are of the highest importance
- to have an open door policy and welcome suggestions and concerns from all employees. This creates an. environment that will allow employees to feel comfortable discussing any issues and will serve to alert Directors to concerns within the company.
Employee’s commitment to Ethics:
- to disclose any conflicts of interests regarding their position with the company.
- to engage in carrying out the company’s mission in a professional manner and in line with the core values of the company which includes integrity.
- to recognise that the main function of the company is at all times to serve the best interests of its current and future customers, and to do this with respect, concern, courtesy and responsiveness to treat everyone fairly, have mutual respect, promote a team environment and avoid the intent and appearance of unethical or compromising practises.
- to treat all persons with respect and consideration, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, maternity, marital or family status, disability, age or national origin.
- to respect the structure and responsibilities of management, provide them with facts and advice as a basis for decision and policy making, and uphold and implement decisions and policies adopted by management.
- to demonstrate the highest standards of personal integrity, truthfulness and honesty in all activities in order to inspire confidence and trust in such activities, both internally and externally.
- to strive for personal and professional excellence, encourage the professional development of others and keep up to date on emerging issues affecting the company.
- to conduct themselves at all times with professional competence, fairness and impartiality.
Company’s commitment to Ethics:
- to hold paramount the safety, health and welfare of the public in the performance of the company’s professional duties.
- to keep the local communities informed about issues which may affect them.
- to collaborate with and support partners in carrying out the company’s mission and in line with the company’s ethics policy.
- to build professional reputations on the merit of our capabilities and refrain from competing unfairly with others.
- not to engage in any business practise or process or with any entity, including potential customers, that does not match the Company’s ethical standards.
Governance and Review
This policy will be held by the Board and will be reviewed annually to ensure that it remains relevant, both internally with all employees and externally regarding changing social and moral attitudes and business best practice.