Sustainable Procurement Policy

          DataOne Asia (Thailand) Company Limited recognizes the importance of sustainable procurement and is committed to ensuring that its procurement processes are efficient, cost-effective, and demonstrate accountability to stakeholders throughout the supply chain. The DataOne Asia adheres to rigorous standards for accuracy, focusing on the three pillars of sustainability: Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). This approach aims to foster sustainable mutual growth among the company, its suppliers, and partners. The company is committed to managing its business sustainably and complying with the Code of Conduct, Corporate Governance Principles, and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

              The DataOne Asia, including its management and employees, aligns with the Sustainable Procurement Policy, aiming to build stakeholder confidence through transparent, fair, and auditable procurement operations. Accordingly, the company has established the following principles for its Sustainable Procurement Policy:

1. Value for Money: Procurement will consider product quality, price, and service to achieve the maximum benefit for the group and customers.

2. Business Ethics: Procurement processes will uphold ethical standards by not exploiting suppliers, providing accurate and open information, and ensuring fair treatment of all suppliers. Equal opportunities and fair treatment will be extended to all parties.

3. Environmental Responsibility: Support will be given to the procurement of environmentally friendly products and services. This includes assisting suppliers and vendors in environmental management and promoting technological innovations to conserve energy, reduce pollution, and lower greenhouse gas emissions in Green Label products.

4. Sustainable Procurement and Supplier Management: Procurement and supplier management will be conducted sustainably, considering environmental impacts, social responsibility, and good corporate governance (ESG). The company will monitor supplier sustainability performance and conduct risk assessments to ensure that product quality, price, and services comply with the Sustainable Code of Conduct for Suppliers of DataOne Asia as part of sustainable Supply Chain Management (SCM).

5. Communication: The Sustainable Code of Conduct for Suppliers DataOne Asia will be communicated regularly to suppliers, business partners, and stakeholders.

6. Anti-Corruption: Collaboration with all relevant laws concerning anti-corruption policies and frameworks will be strictly maintained.

7. Education and Awareness: The company will build awareness and provide knowledge on sustainable procurement to employees and stakeholders throughout the supply chain, fostering positive relationships that support the company's sustainability goals.

          This policy will be communicated throughout the company and reviewed annually to assess its relevance, monitor compliance, and evaluate its impact on the company and its stakeholders in Supply Chain Management.

          This policy is effective from January 2, 2025 onwards.