Responsible Sourcing and Supplier Standards
Partnering for Ethical, Sustainable Impact
At Telecom Computer, our commitment to sustainability and integrity extends beyond our operations. We expect our suppliers and business partners to share our values of environmental responsibility, human rights, and ethical business conduct. Through our Supplier Code of Conduct and Sustainable Procurement Policy, we build a supply chain rooted in transparency, equity, and shared progress.
Supplier Code of Conduct
Our Supplier Code of Conduct outlines the standards we expect from all suppliers, contractors, and business partners. These include:
1. Ethical Business Practices
Suppliers must operate with honesty, integrity, and transparency. Bribery, corruption, price-fixing, collusion, and other unethical practices are strictly prohibited.
2. Respect for Human Rights
All partners are expected to uphold international human rights principles, including those set out in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the ILO conventions. This includes:
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Prohibiting forced, bonded, or child labor
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Providing fair wages, safe working conditions, and the freedom of association
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Ensuring a workplace free from harassment, abuse, or discrimination
3. Environmental Responsibility
Suppliers must work to minimize their environmental impact by complying with applicable environmental laws and implementing practices to reduce emissions, conserve resources, and prevent pollution. We encourage the use of renewable energy, eco-friendly materials, and circular economy principles.
4. Health and Safety
Suppliers must provide a safe and healthy working environment. This includes enforcing safety procedures, offering appropriate personal protective equipment, and ensuring emergency preparedness.
5. Compliance and Accountability
We expect all partners to comply with applicable local and international laws, including those related to trade, privacy, and labor. Partners must allow for assessments and audits to ensure compliance with our standards.
Sustainable Procurement Policy
Our procurement strategy is designed to drive positive social and environmental impact across the IT supply chain. Key principles include:
1. Environmental Criteria in Purchasing
We prioritize products and solutions that meet environmental standards, including energy efficiency, reduced packaging, recyclability, and low carbon impact. Preference is given to suppliers who align with our emissions reduction goals and offer green-certified products. HP GO BEYOND - A guide to sustainable IT Procurement
2. Indigenous and Diverse Supplier Inclusion
We actively engage Indigenous-owned and minority-owned businesses in our sourcing processes. Inclusion and equity are central to our procurement decisions and support our broader economic reconciliation commitments.
3. Lifecycle Thinking
Our procurement practices consider the full lifecycle of technology—from production and deployment to reuse, recycling, or disposal. We promote trade-in programs and circular IT practices to reduce e-waste.
4. Collaborative Partnerships
We work closely with suppliers to improve sustainability performance. This includes sharing best practices, promoting innovation in sustainable product design, and supporting joint environmental initiatives.
Indigenous
Reconciliation Action Plan
As an Indigenous-owned company, Telecom Computer Inc. is dedicated to promoting economic opportunities, cultural awareness, and reconciliation within our operations and the broader technology industry. Our Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP) aims to support Indigenous communities, foster genuine partnerships, and promote economic inclusivity, aligned with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Calls to Action and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP)