The Future
Our programs are still developing, but already have improved conditions in our supply chain. We will continue to expand the elements that have worked well while simultaneously launching new initiatives.
Our goals for 2008 include doubling the number of supplier’s facilities audited for compliance to our Code. We also plan to double the number of Apple employees and supplier employees trained on the expectations in our Supplier Code of Conduct.
In addition, we are expanding our role as educator by developing and sharing Best Practices Guidelines for more topics covered by our Code. By teaching our suppliers how to do things right rather than solely focusing on the things that are wrong, we will forge stronger partnerships and drive meaningful improvements.
We will continue to share our progress, challenges, and plans as we drive improvements in our supply chain.
Resources
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2008 Supplier Responsibility Progress Report
The results of our 2007 supplier audits are detailed in our latest report.
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Historical Reports
Previous reports provide information on past audits of our suppliers.
2007 Final Assembly Supplier Audit Report 2006 Report on iPod Manufacturing
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Supplier Code of Conduct
The Apple Supplier Code of Conduct requires our suppliers to ensure safe working conditions, treat their employees with respect and dignity, and establish and maintain environmentally responsible manufacturing processes.
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Committed to the Environment
We recognize our responsibility as a global citizen and are continually striving to reduce the environmental impact of the work we do and the products we create.
Apple and the Environment
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The Electronics Industry Citizenship Coalition
Apple is actively engaged with the Electronics Industry Citizenship Coalition (EICC), a group of electronics firms that work together to voluntarily improve working conditions and environmental stewardship throughout the electronics supply chain.
EICC