We conduct our business activities in a socially responsible manner and refrain from actions that are contrary to good business practice. We observe all legal regulations and standards for the avoidance of hazardous substances and respect applicable social standards as well as national legal regulations, in particular the regulations on youth labor protection and against discrimination, as well as the regulations of the United Nations on human and children's rights (including the prohibition of forced and child labor) and therefore only work with companies that respect and promote human rights. We communicate the principles of the GWW Code of Ethics to our direct suppliers and demand and promote compliance with the content by our business partners.
We undertake to comply with the provisions of fair competition and, in particular, to respect the property rights of third parties. Original ideas and designs are respected, as is intellectual property. We undertake to comply with contractual agreements that we have freely negotiated within the framework of the applicable laws.
In our dealings with customers, employees and competitors, we respect and take into account the provisions of the Diversity Charter, regardless of race, ethnic origin, gender, religion, ideology, disability, age or sexual identity, as well as the prohibition of discrimination on these grounds.
We undertake to always comply with the applicable data protection regulations when collecting and processing data and, in particular, to protect the personal data of employees, customers and suppliers from being accessed or disclosed to third parties. We train our employees in data protection and also ensure that our customers and suppliers comply with data protection regulations by concluding appropriate agreements.
In our dealings with business partners and government institutions, we strictly separate the interests of BARTENBACH AG from the private interests of the company's employees on both sides. Actions and decisions are made free of extraneous considerations and personal interests and in compliance with the applicable legal regulations.
We comply with the regulations and international standards on environmental protection and sustainability. We are committed to the responsible and careful use of natural resources in accordance with the principles of the Rio Declaration. In this context, we strive to use environmentally friendly production methods.
BARTENBACH AG's priority is to provide comprehensive advice and offer high-quality products. In the course of our cooperation and in the interests of our customers, we undertake to possess or acquire the necessary specialist knowledge with regard to the high standards of advice and quality within the promotional products industry and to undergo regular further training.
We are committed to fair, open and above all cooperative dealings within and outside the promotional products industry and promote communication and professional exchange among ourselves. In order to avoid disputes and, in particular, legal disputes, we feel called upon to strive primarily for amicable solutions through dialog.