Sustainable Supply Chain Policy

Last Updated: 01/05/2026

1. Purpose

This Sustainable Supply Chain Policy outlines SolveAI’s commitment to conducting business responsibly, ethically and sustainably throughout our supply chain.

As a SaaS and AI-enabled technology business, SolveAI recognises that sustainable business practices extend beyond physical goods and include the responsible procurement and management of cloud infrastructure, software services, technology providers, professional services and operational partners.

This policy establishes the standards and expectations for suppliers, contractors, subcontractors and business partners to support environmental stewardship, human rights, ethical conduct, information security and continuous improvement.

SolveAI recognises that a resilient and sustainable supply chain is essential to delivering long-term value to customers, employees, communities, investors and other stakeholders.

2. Scope

This policy applies to:

  • All suppliers, vendors, contractors, consultants, technology providers and service providers
  • All procurement activities and sourcing decisions
  • All geographic regions in which we operate or source goods and services
  • All employees involved in supplier selection, procurement, vendor management and operational oversight

This includes suppliers providing cloud hosting, software services, AI technologies, data processing, recruitment, hardware, professional services and operational support.

Suppliers are expected to communicate the principles of this policy throughout their own supply chains where appropriate.

3. Our Commitments

SolveAI is committed to:

  • Upholding internationally recognised human rights and labour standards
  • Reducing environmental impacts across our operations and supply chain
  • Promoting ethical, secure, and transparent business practices
  • Supporting diversity, inclusion, and responsible sourcing
  • Encouraging continuous improvement and collaboration with suppliers
  • Protecting confidential information and personal data
  • Supporting responsible and ethical use of artificial intelligence and digital technologies
  • Complying with applicable laws, regulations and industry standards

We expect suppliers to operate in a manner appropriate to the nature, size and risk profile of the services they provide.

4. Human Rights and Labour Standards

Suppliers must respect the dignity, rights and wellbeing of workers.

4.1 Forced Labour and Modern Slavery

Suppliers must not use forced, bonded, indentured, trafficked, or involuntary prison labour in any form. Workers must be free to leave employment after reasonable notice and must not be required to surrender identity documents, passports, or work permits as a condition of employment.

4.2 Child Labour

Suppliers must prohibit child labour and comply with all applicable minimum working age laws and regulations.

4.3 Working Conditions

Suppliers must provide:

  • Safe and healthy working environments
  • Appropriate training and protective equipment
  • Access to clean facilities and drinking water
  • Reasonable working hours and rest periods
  • Fair wages and legally mandated benefits

4.4 Non-Discrimination and Harassment

Suppliers must provide workplaces free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, abuse, or retaliation.

4.5 Freedom of Association

Suppliers must respect workers’ rights to freedom of association and collective bargaining in accordance with applicable laws.

5. Environmental Responsibility

Suppliers are expected to operate in an environmentally responsible manner and minimise negative environmental impacts.

5.1 Climate and Emissions

Suppliers are encouraged to:

  • Measure and reduce greenhouse gas emissions
  • Improve energy efficiency across operations and digital infrastructure
  • Increase the use of renewable energy where practical
  • Support climate resilience and decarbonisation initiatives
  • Improve the sustainability of cloud hosting and data centre operations where applicable

5.2 Resource Efficiency

Suppliers should actively minimise waste and optimise the use of natural resources, including energy, water and raw materials.

5.3 Pollution and Waste Management

Suppliers must manage emissions, waste, wastewater and hazardous substances responsibly and in compliance with applicable environmental laws.

5.4 Responsible Technology and Resource Use

Suppliers should seek to minimise unnecessary environmental impacts associated with technology infrastructure, hardware lifecycle management, electronic waste and digital operations.

6. Ethical Business Conduct

6.1 Anti-Bribery and Corruption

Suppliers must comply with all applicable anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws and must not engage in bribery, extortion, fraud, or improper payments.

6.2 Conflicts of Interest

Suppliers must disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest that may affect business relationships or procurement decisions.

6.3 Fair Competition

Suppliers must conduct business fairly and in compliance with competition and antitrust laws.

6.4 Data Protection, Cybersecurity, and Confidentiality

Suppliers must protect confidential information and personal data in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws.

Suppliers providing technology, cloud, AI, or data processing services are expected to maintain appropriate cybersecurity controls, access management practices and incident response procedures.

6.5 Responsible Technology and AI

SolveAI encourages suppliers to support the responsible, ethical and lawful development and use of artificial intelligence and digital technologies.

Suppliers should avoid practices that could create unacceptable risks relating to privacy, bias, discrimination, security, or misuse of technology.

7. Supplier Diversity and Inclusion

We encourage suppliers to foster inclusive workplaces and support diversity within their own supply chains. We value partnerships with businesses owned or operated by underrepresented groups where legally permissible.

8. Compliance and Due Diligence

SolveAI may apply a risk-based approach to supplier due diligence and monitoring depending on the nature of the products or services provided.

Suppliers are expected to:

  • Maintain policies and procedures that support compliance with this policy
  • Cooperate with reasonable requests for information related to sustainability practices
  • Notify us promptly of any material breaches of this policy
  • Maintain accurate records demonstrating compliance

We may conduct assessments, audits, or reviews to evaluate supplier compliance.

9. Reporting Concerns

Suppliers and stakeholders are encouraged to report concerns regarding unethical, illegal, or unsafe practices within the supply chain.

Reports may include concerns relating to:

  • Human rights violations
  • Modern slavery
  • Unsafe working conditions
  • Environmental misconduct
  • Fraud, corruption, or unethical behaviour

Reports will be reviewed appropriately and handled confidentially where possible.

10. Continuous Improvement

We recognise that sustainability is an ongoing process. We are committed to working collaboratively with suppliers to improve environmental, social and governance performance over time.

Where gaps are identified, suppliers may be asked to implement corrective action plans within agreed timeframes.

11. Governance and Review

This policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure ongoing relevance, effectiveness, and alignment with applicable laws, regulations, stakeholder expectations and business objectives.

12. Related Standards and Frameworks

This policy is informed by internationally recognised principles and frameworks, including:

  • United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights
  • UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights
  • International Labour Organization (ILO) Core Conventions
  • OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises
  • United Nations Global Compact Principles
  • Applicable environmental and anti-corruption laws and regulations

13. Approval

This Sustainable Supply Chain Policy is approved by senior management and applies to all relevant business operations and supplier relationships.