Compliance

Integrity & Compliance at Bertelsmann

To ensure compliance, the executive board has established a compliance organization and an Integrity & Compliance program. This program highlights the importance for Bertelsmann of complying with laws, regulations and social responsibility. The Bertelsmann Integrity & Compliance program pursues the following goals: supporting Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA and its subsidiaries in maintaining compliance with laws, regulations and company policies; promoting an ethical culture consistent with the values and principles stated in the Bertelsmann Essentials and the Bertelsmann Code of Conduct and building mutually trusting relationships with business partners who expect that they can rely on Bertelsmann as a partner that conforms to the law.

Code of Conduct

The Code of Conduct serves as a common guideline for lawful and ethical behavior within the company as well as toward business partners and the public.

Speak-up Channels

At Bertelsmann our employees, business partners, and customers will always find an open door when they adress concerns.

Training Initiatives

Regular integrity & compliance training initiatives provide information on applicable laws and regulations.

Anti-Discrimination

Bertelsmann commits to equal opportunities and promotes a work environment that is characterized by respect and tolerance.

Business Partners

Our business partners can rely on Bertelsmann as a partner that complies with the law and acts with integrity.

Anti-Corruption and Integrity

Bertelsmann is committed to actively preventing corruption in all forms.

Foreign Trade Law and BeTrade

Bertelsmann ensures systematic compliance with all applicable Foreign Trade Law provisions by using a company-wide Trade Compliance Management System (BeTrade Compliance).

Antitrust

It is Bertelsmann’s policy to ensure that its business practices comply at all times with the general rules of antitrust law.