Sustainability

The focus areas of environmental responsibility in improving productivity and efficiency are the efficient use of raw materials, control of energy and water consumption, as well as the management and reduction of waste, and the reduction of the carbon footprint. All the company’s plants are ISO 14001-certified.

• Commitment to Reducing Carbon Footprint: Scanfil is actively working to minimize carbon emissions by reducing business travel and promoting virtual meetings. When travel is necessary, employees are encouraged to choose environmentally friendly options. Efforts also include providing bus transportation to reduce commuting emissions and updating vehicle policies to favor low-emission and hybrid cars.
• Clear CO2 Emission Targets: Scanfil’s emission reduction goals are aligned with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, with a focus on achieving significant results by 2030. Scanfil is monitoring and managing Scope 1 & 2 emissions directly, alongside relevant Scope 3 emissions, which cover indirect impacts such as business travel, procurement, waste, and water.
• Comprehensive Environmental Management: All Scanfil factories are certified according to the ISO 14001:2015 environmental management system. This certification ensures continuous measurement, management, and improvement of environmental performance, involving both employees and management.
• Value Chain-wide Environmental Focus: Environmental impacts are considered throughout the company’s entire value chain—from material procurement, product design, and manufacturing to logistics, distribution, and recycling. Efficient use of resources and environmentally friendly materials are prioritized at every stage.

Social responsibility focuses on competence development, occupational safety and health, and the development of the personnel’s motivation and work satisfaction. All our factories observe the ISO 45001 standard for the management of occupational health and safety. Scanfil’s target is to be an excellent place to work.

• Competence Development: Scanfil prioritizes ongoing training and skill building to ensure employees remain competent and adaptable.
• Occupational Safety and Health: Scanfil is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace, including certifications for occupational safety.
• Employee Motivation and Satisfaction: Scanfil aims to foster a positive work environment that encourages motivation and job satisfaction.
• Human Rights: Respecting and upholding human rights within the organization is a central focus.
• Reliable and Supportive Employer: Scanfil’s goal is to be a trustworthy employer, offering an encouraging and supportive working environment.
• Centric Social Objectives: The company has defined central objectives to promote social sustainability.

Responsibility toward partners and the community emphasizes the added value produced, profitability, and the transparency and ethics of operations. In the same way that Scanfil strictly follows laws and agreements, we demand the same accuracy from our partners. By taking responsibility for our part in the value chain, we provide added value in the partnership. Scanfil’s target is to be an excellent corporate citizen.

• Value Creation: Scanfil delivers added value to employees, creditors, shareholders, and drives ongoing company development.
• Broad Supplier Network: With procurement accounting for about two-thirds of turnover, Scanfil’s wide-ranging local, regional, and international supplier partnerships ensure high quality and cost-effective operations.
• Careful Supplier Selection: All partners must comply with legal requirements and Scanfil’s Code of Conduct. The Supplier Code of Conduct is an integral part of purchase agreements, especially in Asian markets.
• Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery: Scanfil actively develops practices to prevent corruption and bribery. Responsible guidelines emphasize equal treatment and strictly prohibit unethical conduct.
• Centric Governance Objectives: The company is committed to Good Jobs and Economic Growth, as well as Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions. Scanfil follows all relevant laws and regulations and incorporates stakeholder sustainability concerns into its operations

In the responsible offering, attention is paid to the development of customer satisfaction, product quality, delivery reliability, and continuous development. Observance of laws and ethical principles throughout the supply chain, prevention of corruption and bribery are fundamental to our responsibility. We continuously invest in new technology to develop our offering in all areas. All the company’s plants operate a quality control system observing the ISO 9001 criteria.

• Customer Satisfaction as a Core Value: Scanfil prioritizes customer satisfaction, recognizing it as essential to the company’s ongoing success and customer loyalty.
• Quality and Performance Management: All factories adhere to ISO 9001 quality standards. Several locations hold additional certifications tailored to industry requirements. The company utilizes Lean Six Sigma and FMEA methodologies to proactively identify and address process and production risks, aiming for continuous improvement and preventive actions. Key performance indicators (KPIs) include on-time delivery and customer quality, measured by Defective Parts Per Million (DPPM).
• Commitment to Ethical Business Practices: Operating in several countries and collaborating globally, Scanfil is dedicated to being a responsible corporate citizen. The company respects local laws, cultures, and operational practices, guided by a Code of Conduct that outlines its ethical principles.