Compliance, Ethics & Integrity
Integrity, transparency, and responsible conduct form the foundation of our collaboration with employees, customers, partners, and applicants.
Ask a question / Report a situationESPRiT Engineering GmbH is part of the international Wavestone Group and fully adheres to the group-wide compliance and ethics policies of Wavestone SA.
ESPRiT Engineering is actively committed to preventing and combating all forms of fraud, illegal behavior, or actions that are inconsistent with our corporate values and principles. In addition, as a responsible employer, we strive to consistently counter harassment, sexism, racism, and any other form of discrimination.
All employees at ESPRiT Engineering should be able to shape their professional development in a safe, respectful, and ethical working environment.
Integrity
Ethical and responsible conduct
Respect
Zero tolerance for discrimination
Transparency
Open and traceable processes
Trust
A safe working environment for all employees
Commitment to Integrity and Anti-Corruption
Our internal policies and procedures support employees in acting ethically and in compliance with the law. Since not every possible situation can be anticipated in detail, all employees are expected to act responsibly and apply common sense and sound judgment. The fundamental rules regarding corruption, conflicts of interest, and improper influence include, in particular, the following areas:
Public Institutions & Authorities
Gifts & Hospitality
Sponsorships & Patronage
Charitable & Political Donations
Conflicts of Interest
External Partners & Service Providers
Facilitation Payments
Accounting & Control Mechanisms
Framework for Business Ethics and Responsible Conduct
ESPRiT Engineering sees itself as a trusted partner for customers, suppliers, applicants, employees, and business partners. Transparency, fairness, and responsible conduct form the basis of our cooperation.
To ensure these standards, ESPRiT Engineering publishes key policies and documents that define the principles of our understanding of business ethics and establish a clear framework for acceptable behavior.
All employees receive regular awareness training on business ethics topics and are supported through internal training programs.
Further Documents
Code of Conduct
Business Partner Code of Conduct
Whistleblowing System & Protection of Whistleblowers
ESPRiT Engineering is committed to providing whistleblowers with a safe and reliable means of reporting potential misconduct. Our reporting systems are designed to prevent, identify, and investigate possible violations of internal policies, legal requirements, or ethical principles.
Employees, partners, applicants, and other stakeholders have the opportunity to submit reports confidentially and, if desired, anonymously.
Our system ensures a high level of confidentiality and expressly prohibits any form of disadvantage or retaliation against whistleblowers.
Questions may be asked or reports may be submitted anonymously via the external reporting system:
Statement on Tax Transparency
ESPRiT Engineering ensures that all tax practices are aligned with the principles of integrity, transparency, and responsible corporate conduct.
The company complies with tax requirements in all countries in which it operates, files tax returns on time, and pays all taxes due properly and within the required deadlines.
Corporate structures and business activities are based on genuine economic activities. In doing so, ESPRiT Engineering follows applicable legal requirements and the arm’s length principle for transfer pricing.
The tax policy forms part of the overall corporate strategy and governance model. ESPRiT Engineering is committed not only to formally complying with tax regulations but also to applying them in accordance with their original purpose and intent.
The company aims to consistently uphold these principles in any future organizational or structural expansions.