TABLE OF MOST VALUED RESPONSIBILITY WORLD CLASS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION PARTNER WINNING TEAM & INTEGRITY PERFORMANCE RESOURCES Back Next Last Page 19 We choose suppliers with integrity We uphold our standards We strive to do business only with business partners that share At Applied, we are committed to upholding our shared values our values and our commitment to conducting business with and take violations of these Standards and our policies seriously. integrity and in compliance with the law. We make sure that our Non-compliance can have serious consequences to Applied’s extended supply chains do not include companies that abuse reputation for honest and fair business dealings. Violations of these human rights, harm the environment, source materials unethically, Standards, our Company policies, and the law can also carry serious or engage in unlawful or unethical behavior. consequences to the individuals involved, including disciplinary ■ We select suppliers based exclusively on their business action up to and including termination and possibly civil and practices, services, and products. criminal personal liability. ■ We build positive relationships with our suppliers built on trust, Waivers respect, and collaboration. Any waiver of the Standards of Business Conduct for an executive ■ We expect our suppliers to do business ethically and lawfully. officer or a director may be made only by the Board of Directors and must be promptly disclosed as required by law. ■ We deal objectively and honestly with our suppliers and compete fairly in the marketplace. We work responsibly with business partners At Applied, we are proud of our reputation for integrity and fairness in our commercial dealings with our customers, suppliers, and industry peers. When we engage in commercial dealings, we must ensure that we always treat our business partners in an ethical and respectful manner consistent with our Standards of Business Conduct.