EMPOWERING DIVERSITY | AUGMENTING INCLUSION
Our Policies
Aptimized understands that the success of any organization is attributed to its people: our partners, our clients, and our taem.
We strive to create safe spaces that promote inclusion and diversity in order to make sure that innovation is never limited. We take a firm stand in supporting and uplifting others while also representing our core belief systems that align with respect, courtesy, and civility.
Our Values
We view our suppliers as partners, and we expect them to make a fair return when they do business with us. We try to treat them equally, based on objective criteria such as price and quality as well as on intangible criteria such as their integrity and reliability. We do not accept gifts or gratuities from either current or would-be suppliers; we do not accept gifts or gratuities from other parties interested in doing business with us for being in our favor for personal or commercial reasons. Likewise, we don’t ever give money or gifts to gain influence for ourselves or for Aptimized. We may give and receive gifts or entertainment of small value if they don't compromise us or the company, and if they’re disclosed. Above all, we value transparency. We respect all patents, trademarks, copyrights, proprietary information or trade secrets, as well as the confidentiality of anyone with whom we do business.
We view our suppliers as partners, and we expect them to make a fair return when they do business with us. We try to treat them equally, based on objective criteria such as price and quality as well as on intangible criteria such as their integrity and reliability. We do not accept gifts or gratuities from either current or would-be suppliers; we do not accept gifts or gratuities from other parties interested in doing business with us for being in our favor for personal or commercial reasons. Likewise, we don’t ever give money or gifts to gain influence for ourselves or for Aptimized. We may give and receive gifts or entertainment of small value if they don't compromise us or the company, and if they’re disclosed. Above all, we value transparency. We respect all patents, trademarks, copyrights, proprietary information or trade secrets, as well as the confidentiality of anyone with whom we do business.
The most important service we can provide for our customers is to offer business and products that are consistently superior and effective. When customers ask questions or make requests, we start with the presumption that whatever they say is correct. Our response is always quick, generous, friendly, and it resolves the situation. We never put blame on the customer or someone else, and we always keep (and use) our sense of humor. When we advertise or solicit business, we are truthful in every detail. The way an organization treats its customers is indicative of the success both entities will achieve together. Our customers are the backbone of Aptimized, and we value the business relationships that are formed for a lifetime. At Aptimized, you can expect, trust, loyalty, respect, and, most importantly, success.
Much of our business involves keeping faith with the public, both as a technology product and service company with a responsibility to serve the purpose of operational excellence as well as a company dedicated to improving overall technical posture while considering the complex landscape of our customers. Public trust defines our company image, and we will uphold it at all costs. We try to give both time and money to the communities of interest in which we do business through our charities and sponsorship donations as well as through encouraging and enabling people to volunteer time to causes they support. We oppose illegal or inhumane labor practices. We support universal human rights, including equal employment, freedom of speech and of association, cultural, economic and social well-being. We try to operate in a way that is sensitive to – and improves – the environment.
Our Culture
We believe our company should include a range of people from different backgrounds and different points of view. So, when we hire someone to come to work at Aptimized, we choose the best candidate without regard for gender, age, race, national origin, religion, disability or sexual orientation. These differences in backgrounds contribute to the diversity of thought that guarantees approaching a solution in a multifaceted way. We apply that same standard when choosing suppliers, partners and anyone else we do business with. People working with us can expect adequate pay for doing their job and special rewards for extraordinary work. They can also expect training, feedback, and a safe, amenable place to work with freedom from bullying, harassment or favoritism as well as respect for their privacy, dignity and life outside work. We do our best to communicate honestly and openly with everyone who has an interest in our company, including colleagues, suppliers, customers, and shareholders.
Diversity, Equality, & Inclusion Policy
Aptimized is committed to creating a collaborative environment by fostering a culture of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We understand that each employee offers a unique value to our company. Collectively, our employees’ individual differences, life experiences, and innovative talents make up significant parts of our reputation and culture. For example, we are proud supporters of the LGBTQA+ community as well as every person’s rightful pursuit of happiness in the lives they choose.
We are proud of the strength of diversity we enjoy in terms of age, ethnicity, family / marital status, gender identity / expression, language, national origin, physical / mental ability, political affiliation, religion, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.
Aptimized diversity policies are applicable, but not limited to our recruitment and interview process, compensation and benefits, professional development and training, workforce reductions, terminations, and the continuation of an environment that perpetually grows in support of every employee’s wellbeing.
Our team promises to continue:
- Respectful communication between all members of our staff.
- Maintain annual diversity training to ensure all members are enhancing their knowledge.
- Work/life balance through flexible work schedules to accommodate employees’ varying needs.
- Employer and employee contributions to the communities we serve to promote a greater society through service and mutual understanding.
Aptimized employees have a priority to treat everyone with dignity and respect both in work and their home life. We expect all employees to exhibit this respect during work hours in the office or off-site at company sponsored outings.
If any of our team members are found to have exhibited any inappropriate conduct or behavior against others, they may be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with applicable law.
We encourage all our employees who believe they have been subjected to any kind of discrimination in the workplace to seek assistance from a supervisor or HR representative.
UK Health & Safety Policy
Aptimized is committed to deliver HSE excellence for its customers, vendors, employees, and stakeholders within our area of operations.
Accordingly, we will strive to achieve:
- No Accidents
- No Harm to People
- No Harm to the Environment
- Continuous improvement in Healthy, Safety & Environment (HFE) performance.
Aptimized believes all workplace injuries, accidents and any adverse impact to the environment is preventable.
Therefore, Aptimized is committed to:
- Ensure systematic approach to comply with customer requirements, local laws, and regulations, including all applicable international standards.
- Set clear HSE objectives and targets for HSE performance with measurable performance indicators
- Identify and minimize HSE risks to “As Law as Reasonably Practicable” (ALARP)
- Manage risks through regular assessments and implement effective controls to minimize impacts to our business
- Protection of Environment through determination of our environmental aspects and minimizations of potential environmental impacts to prevent pollution, emission, discharges, and excess productions of wastes
- Promote positive HSE culture within our organization through effective communication, participation, and consultation between the employees
- Report and investigate all unsafe acts and conditions, incidents and near miss occurrences to capture lessons learned and prevent reoccurrence
- Recognize and reward employees and contractors to promote and enhance safe working practices
- Demonstrate Top Management accountability for HSE performance
- Embedding 100% HSE culture that empowers employees to intervene and stop any unsafe work
The policy shall be regularly reviewed to ensure its ongoing suitability and communication to all concerned.