Corporate social responsibility is more than just a buzzword. The term refers to the insight that ethical behavior for companies has a positive impact on business results.

Being socially responsible means that people and organizations behave ethically and with sensitivity towards social, cultural, economic and environmental issues. Striving for social responsibility helps individuals, organizations and governments have a positive impact on social development, business and society, with a positive contribution to bottom-line results.

The GC-Mark confirms that your company takes into account the rights of employees, provides them with a safe and healthy workspace, and respects international human rights. Because the GC-Mark is only awarded after our qualified auditors have carried out an on-site assessment, it ensures that your efforts to operate in a socially responsible way are more than just a PR tale.

The GC-Mark “Verified Social Responsibility” focuses upon:

• The rights of employees, customers, and the public
• Environmental impact
• Relations with stakeholders, suppliers, investors, …