Trust - Transparency - Integrity - Protection - Reliability
—Dräger is "Technology for Life." This is our promise: We respect the people and laws of all countries, treat each other fairly and adhere to the highest possible standards of integrity and professionalism. Our primary goal is to do everything we can to prevent risks that could jeopardize the trust that our customers, shareholders, business partners and the general public place in us. Only if all of us (our employees, but also our business partners) comply with our Code of Conduct can our products and services also live up to this promise.
Compliance Management System
—Compliance means much more than just following the rules. Compliance is the basis for everything we do. Our Compliance Management System (CMS) for anti-corruption, antitrust law, fraud prevention and dealing with potential conflicts of interest is divided into three areas.
✋ Prevention
for example, compliance risk management, our Code of Conduct, and employee training and advising.
🕵 Detection
for example, communication channels such as the Dräger Integrity Channel, which make it easier to report violations safely and anonymously.
👉 Response
for example, internal investigations into possible misconduct, followed by clear consequences. Objective, fair and transparent.
We are compliance.
—Compliance is an integral part of our company culture, which our management, executives and employees live by. We are very aware of our responsibility and act accordingly. It is our obligation to do the right thing, regardless of whether it is behind closed doors or out in the open.
Inken Brand, Head of the Corporate Compliance Office in Lübeck, Germany:
Compliance goes hand in hand with acting transparently and consistently, and that often requires courage. Long-term thinking which spans multiple generations is a defining feature of family-owned businesses like ours. That kind of thinking is also a valuable "ally" that helps us work compliantly and in line with our values. That is a powerful motivation for me. Our guiding principle, "Technology for Life," binds us all together, no matter which department or country we work in.
Olga Maletz, Regional Compliance Manager for the Africa, Asia, Australia region:
For me, compliance means being a partner to my co-workers when it comes to any compliance issues or topics. That partnership is based on a spirit of trust, support and an understanding that compliance is everyone's job, no matter what your job title is, or which country you work in. We all contribute to making compliance a success.
Alan Hernandez, Legal, Compliance & Data Privacy Manager in Mexico:
In my view, compliance is all about integrity. You can interpret integrity as honesty, respect for others, proper conduct, responsibility, emotional control, self-respect, loyalty, discipline, consistency and fairness in action. A person with integrity is a person you can trust.
Sumiti Multani, Regional Compliance Expert in the Africa, Asia, Australia region:
When we talk about compliance, the thing that stands out most to me is protection. That protection takes three different forms: protection of Dräger's brand value, protection of our employees and protection of our customers. Prevention and early detection are important. Protecting the interests of our stakeholders and Dräger’s brand value is our top priority, and that's why the compliance team is here. Protection also means investing our resources wisely in order to protect the interests of our stakeholders. This helps us to earn and keep people's trust in our company and our integrity, which is of the highest value.
Ildiko Szabados, Country Finance Manager and Compliance Appointee in Hungary:
For me, compliance means trust that is based on my values. Trust plays an important role in all areas of our lives. It's also crucial for building and maintaining good customer relationships. When we play by the rules, it builds trust all around, so the importance of trust cannot be overestimated.
Carolina Siniscalchi, Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy and Regulatory Manager in Brazil:
For me, compliance means doing the right thing, even if no one is watching. That's why I chose the word "integrity."
Chayakot Sirigul, Quality & Regulatory Affairs Manager, Compliance Appointee, Data Privacy Office in Thailand:
For me, compliance means doing the right thing first. That builds trust. And that's why compliance is synonymous with reliability for me.
Stefan Dräger, Chairman of the Executive Board
Not looking away, but addressing and solving problems. That is what we aspire towards.
Secure, reliable communication channels
—Being open about how we deal with shortcomings and mistakes is very important to us. That is the only way we can take the right steps and put our company's processes to the test. Effective compliance requires secure, reliable communication channels – for employees and business partners, but also for all stakeholders. Even the best compliance policy only works if everyone is aware of their individual responsibility for acting with integrity.
All employees can address their questions to their managers and to the teams in charge of overseeing compliance, such as the Corporate Compliance Office and other contacts in our company-wide compliance network. The same applies if any of us discover a weak point or situation that could result in unlawful conduct.
Report concerns
—Speak up! We care.
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Responsibility requires character.
It's not always easy to talk about potential mistakes and shortcomings, and that is something we must overcome. Have the courage to address potential violations of Dräger's Code of Conduct or of applicable law. This is part of your responsibility to act with integrity. Talk to your manager or compliance manager about it. Alternatively, feel free to use the Dräger Integrity Channel. You can access it from anywhere (anonymously, if you prefer).
Observe. Question. Speak up.
Nobody knows better than you what is going on in your work environment. That's precisely why Dräger needs you. Just because it's "always been done that way" doesn't mean it's still the right way. Is there something that potentially violates Dräger's Code of Conduct or violates applicable law? If you notice something, talk to your manager or compliance manager. Alternatively, use the Dräger Integrity Channel. You can access it from anywhere (anonymously, if you prefer).
It's never too late.
It's up to you. No matter how grave a situation might seem to you, you should report any suspected violations of Dräger's Code of Conduct or of applicable law. That way, you help spot potential damage to Dräger's reputation and well-being and possibly prevent it before it's too late. If you suspect any violations, go straight to your manager or compliance manager. Alternatively, use the Dräger Integrity Channel. You can access it from anywhere (anonymously, if you prefer).
Always available, from everywhere.
Dräger is committed to learning from mistakes because that too is part of proper compliance. Dräger offers safe, reliable reporting options to make sure your reports end up in the right place. If you observe any potential violations of Dräger's Code of Conduct or of applicable law, you can always turn to your manager or contact person at Dräger. The Dräger Integrity Channel, the web-based reporting channel, is where anyone - whether you are a Dräger employee, customer, sales channel partner or supplier - can report suspicious activity around the clock. No matter where you are, you can access a secure mailbox and communicate with the compliance experts, either anonymously or using your name.
A real option.
If you suspect misconduct, we're here to support you. If you encounter any potential violations of Dräger's Code of Conduct or of applicable law, please let us know. Choose the route that is best for you. Above all, Dräger wants to enable you to speak openly with your manager or Dräger contact person. If you feel that such a conversation would appear out of line, use our web-based reporting channel, the Dräger Integrity Channel. This route is open around the clock to everyone, whether you are a Dräger employee, customer, sales channel partner or supplier. No matter where you are, you can access a secure mailbox and communicate with the compliance experts, either anonymously or using your name.
Frequently asked questions
—Our principles
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Code of Conduct
In our Code of Conduct, we describe our values and responsibilities as a member of society, as a business partner and in the workplace. We have implemented these values in the form of rules and requirements for conduct in our handbooks for employees and managers. Everyone at Dräger, whether employee, manager or executive, must famliarise themselves with the Code of Conduct and base their actions and decisions on it.
Code of Conduct for Business Partners
It is very important to us that we and our business partners share the same principles and values and act accordingly. Our Code of Conduct for Business Partners describes what we expect from our business partners.
Declaration of Principles on Respect for Human Rights
Our “Declaration of Principles on Respect for Human Rights” explains our expectations of employees and business partners. We not only want to formulate our values, but also ensure their implementation in our daily work. We describe how we identify risks and what measures we take to prevent human rights violations in the first place.”
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Sustainability
Sustainability and continuous development are an essential part of Dräger's DNA and company history. For us, our guiding principle "Technology for Life" means living up to our responsibilities. Our products make a positive contribution to people and the environment in many ways, and with our systems and processes, we ensure that we conserve resources and minimise the possible negative impacts of our business activities. At Dräger, we believe that sustainability is a prerequisite to our company's success.
Company history
Every life is unique. Protecting, supporting and saving lives is at the heart of our Dräger history. Johann Heinrich Dräger wrote the first chapter of this history in 1889. We will continue to be guided by the idea of turning technology into “technology for life”.
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