ASSA ABLOY's way of working with sustainability

ASSA ABLOY’s work on sustainability is integrated throughout the value chain. From sourcing to recycling, sustainability initiatives are based on an ongoing risk analysis as well as on the Code of Conduct, and involve both internal and external stakeholders.

Beyond the strategy

In 2007, ASSA ABLOY launched a new sustainability program. The program was developed by the Group’s Sustainability Council with representatives from all divisions.

Set to run until 2010, the program is based on the Group’s risk assessment procedures, covers material sustainability issues and mandates measurable results.

The program has been successful in integrating procedures for quality and environmental management and in providing a structure that allows everyday operations to continuously improve their sustainability performance. Sustainability targets and policies have been implemented throughout the Group and the organization recognizes that the improvements need to be continuous.

Part of everyday business

ASSA ABLOY is organized around business processes such as sourcing, operations, sales and innovation. The Group's approach to sustainability means programs, indicators and objectives are integrated directly into these processes, which also provide the foundation for defining sustainability issues through risk assessment. Sustainability considerations are integrated into business plans, decision-making processes and business principles.