Bridgestone works with its suppliers on the creation of new opportunities to leave a positive mark that not only raises the level of regulatory compliance, safety and quality, cost, and delivery, but also creates value for the entire supply chain through environmental best practices, respect for Human Rights, fair work practices, and greater transparency. With this, Bridgestone makes a positive contribution to the local communities impacted by its supply chain.
Bridgestone recently launched its Global Sustainable Procurement Policy that supports the vision of creating value for society through the sustainable management of its supply processes.
Today there are four guiding principles in this important aspect of the business:
Bridgestone understands that transparency is crucial for business in general since it points directly to two key objectives: accountability and good governance.
Bridgestone is committed to complying with all laws and regulations established by each country or region in which it operates and working with suppliers on the promotion of and compliance with relevant international standards.
Bridgestone works with its suppliers on identifying the best way to ensure the delivery of quality services and materials on time and at a reasonable cost. In addition, the company consistently strives to improve its products by increasing durability, recycling and reusing materials, as well as offering tire retreading services.
Bridgestone believes that sustainable procurement practices include responsibility for the environment, respect for human rights and land use, health, safety, disaster prevention, and resilience.
At Bridgestone Costa Rica, these principles are based on:
