Suppliers
Suppliers play a vital role in support of Toshiba Group's production and services. While working to establish relationships with suppliers based on trust through fair and open trade, we require that our suppliers are in compliance with laws and regulations, and moreover, accord priority to those committed to upholding human rights and protecting the environment.
In fiscal 2005 we requested all our established suppliers worldwide (4,700 companies as of March 31, 2006) to adhere to the Toshiba Group Procurement Policy which is in accordance with the Toshiba Group Standards of Conduct and the UN Global Compact. 
More information on our Procurement Policy
In terms of environmental considerations of procurement items, we are requesting suppliers to manage toxic chemical substances and implement systematic environmental management in accordance with the Green Procurement Guidelines. More information on our Green Procurement Guidelines
Having introduced a system for monitoring suppliers' CSR situations based on the questionnaire survey, we are stepping up our commitment to CSR throughout the supply chain.
