Introduction
Adaptavis Ltd (“Adaptavis”) is committed to ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking have no place in our business or supply chains. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of exploitation and are dedicated to promoting ethical practices throughout our operations.
This statement outlines the steps Adaptavis has taken to prevent modern slavery within our business and supply chains, in compliance with the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Adaptavis is a business transformation consultancy that provides innovative solutions to clients worldwide. Our services include business transformation, operational excellence, and people development.
Our supply chains are primarily focused on professional services, including IT services, marketing, recruitment, and facilities management. We work with a variety of suppliers across different industries to support our operations and client delivery.
Our Policies
Adaptavis is committed to maintaining high ethical standards in all areas of our business. We have implemented the following policies to help prevent modern slavery and human trafficking:
- Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets out the principles and standards we expect from all employees, contractors, and business partners.
- Supplier Code of Conduct: We require our suppliers to adhere to our Supplier Code of Conduct, which includes commitments to ethical practices and compliance with anti-slavery laws.
- Whistleblowing Policy: We encourage employees, suppliers, and partners to report any concerns related to unethical behaviour, including modern slavery, through our confidential whistleblowing channels.
Risk Assessment and Due Diligence
We recognise that some areas of our supply chain may pose a higher risk of modern slavery and human trafficking.
To mitigate these risks, we:
- Conduct due diligence on new suppliers to ensure they meet our ethical standards.
- Assess existing suppliers based on their location, industry, and compliance with ethical practices.
- Require suppliers to confirm that they adhere to applicable laws, including those related to modern slavery.
Training and Awareness
Adaptavis is committed to raising awareness of modern slavery across our organisation. We provide training to employees on recognizing the signs of modern slavery and understanding their responsibilities to prevent it.
Our training includes:
- Identifying potential risks in supply chains.
- Understanding reporting procedures for suspected cases of modern slavery.
- Promoting ethical business practices.
Continuous Improvement
We understand that preventing modern slavery is an ongoing process. We are committed to continuously improving our policies and procedures to address the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking.
We will:
- Review and update our policies annually to reflect changes in legislation and best practices.
- Engage with suppliers to ensure ongoing compliance with our ethical standards.
- Monitor our supply chains to identify and address any new risks of modern slavery.
Reporting Concerns
If you have any concerns about modern slavery or human trafficking within Adaptavis or our supply chains, please report them immediately by contacting our Data Privacy Manager at [email protected].
Approval
This statement has been approved by the Board of Directors at Adaptavis Ltd and will be reviewed annually to ensure its effectiveness.
Date: 16th January 2025
