Vevey, Switzerland – September 13, 2024 – Itecor is proud to announce its official commitment to the United Nations Global Compact, effective July 15, 2024. This significant step marks Itecor’s dedication to aligning its operations and strategies with the ten universally accepted principles in the areas of human rights, labour, environment, and anti-corruption, as set out by the UN Global Compact.
The UN Global Compact is a global initiative that encourages businesses worldwide to operate responsibly, in alignment with universal sustainability principles, take actions to support society, and report to the UN Global Compact annually on their ongoing efforts.
Joining the UN Global Compact is a natural step for Itecor as we continue to build on our commitment to responsible business practices. We are proud to contribute to global efforts that promote sustainable development and ethical standards across industries.
As a participant in the UN Global Compact, Itecor pledges to uphold the initiative’s ten principles, which include:
- Human Rights: support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights.
- Labour: uphold the freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining.
- Environment: support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
- Anti-Corruption: work against corruption in all its forms, including extortion and bribery.
commitment to corporate responsibility
Itecor’s participation in the UN Global Compact is a testament to its commitment to sustainable business practices. The company will integrate the Global Compact’s principles into its culture, operations, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
We believe that sustainable practices not only benefit our company but also contribute to the broader goal of creating a better world. By joining this esteemed initiative, we are reinforcing our pledge to be a positive force for change in our community and the global market.
about itecor
Itecor is an international boutique IT consulting company headquartered in Switzerland. As a trusted advisor, we bring our customers’ visions to life through digital transformation. We deliver high-performing IT services in the governance & service management space, building sound digital solutions and providing top-of-the-range quality assurance & testing methodologies. We do all of this with an eye to the future, building long-term partnerships with our clients who come from a range of fields, including technology, banking and finance, consumer goods, the public sector and education.
looking ahead
By joining the UN Global Compact, Itecor aims to contribute to the achievement of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The company is committed to leveraging its resources, expertise, and global reach to address pressing societal challenges and drive positive change.
about the united nations global compact
As a special initiative of the United Nations Secretary-General, the UN Global Compact is a call to companies worldwide to align their operations and strategies with Ten Principles in the areas of human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption. Our ambition is to accelerate and scale the global collective impact of business by upholding the Ten Principles and delivering the Sustainable Development Goals through accountable companies and ecosystems that enable change. With more than 20,000 participating companies, 5 Regional Hubs, 62 Country Networks covering 77 countries and 14 Country Managers establishing Networks in 20 other countries, the UN Global Compact is the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative — one Global Compact uniting business for a better world.
Press contact
Habib Lopez, Head of CSR at Itecor
h.lopez@itecor.com
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