Our company stands for more than mere words on paper - we live the international recognition of human rights, labour and social standards and are committed to their strict observance.
But that‘s not all!
Have you ever wondered what it would mean to live in a world without child and forced labour? What would it be like if every human being was treated equally, regardless of age, race, skin colour, gender, sexual orientation, origin, religion or disability? We cannot and will not leave these questions unanswered any longer.
That is why ProtACT GmbH is committed to equal opportunities in the labour market and complies with all laws that prohibit discrimination. We stand for collective bargaining and social partnerships, fair pay and fringe benefits in line with local market conditions, as well as reasonable working hours and paid leave. This is the only way we can offer our emp-loyees a safe and happy working environment.
And when it comes to health, we naturally stand by our employees. Access to adequate medical care and health insu-rance are basic requirements for us.
Our goal is to create a world in which everyone can develop and live happily. We are sure that together we can create a better future.

At ProtACT GmbH there is an absolute ban on discrimi-nation - there is no question about that. We are proud to maintain a corporate culture in which all employees are treated with the same level of appreciation. We attach great importance to them treating each other fairly, with trust and openness, as well as with understanding and tolerance. But wait a minute: Isn‘t that actually a matter of course?
We expect nothing less from our employees than fact-oriented, friendly and fair cooperation in all areas of the company. And that includes privacy - because we know that sometimes each of us needs space for ourselves. But not only that: we want to create an atmosphere of respectful cooperation in which any kind of personal harassment is excluded. In concrete terms, this means nomobbing, no unwanted sexual advances or physical contact, no indecent offers and no offensive jokes or humiliation.
We all have a responsibility to make our work environ-ment feel the way we want it to feel. An environment full of energy, respect and cohesion. That‘s why we challenge each and every one of us to do our part and make sure that together we create a working environment we can be proud of. Because this is the only way we can realise our full potential and be successful - together and with our hearts fully in it.

At ProtACT GmbH, the health of our employees is our top priority! We take our responsibility seriously and do everything we can to ensure that every individual can work safely and healthily. That is why we are all obliged to observe the health protection regulations at all times. But that‘s not all: we also need your help to avoid health hazards. This means that you must strictly adhere to the occupational health and safety regulations. We expect you to comply with the legal or collectively agreed working time regulations for the protection of employees. But don‘t worry, we have set up a transparent and trustwort-hy system for recording working hours in the company. And if you really want to relax, then by all means use your recreational leave! After all, it‘s to keep you healthy. Speaking of health, we all have a responsibility for people, animals and the environment in our working environment.

We at ProtACT GmbH are committed to fair competition and want to actively promote it. Therefore, we expect each and every employee to strictly comply with the appli-cable antitrust law. But what does that mean in concrete terms?
It is forbidden to make agreements between competitors or to engage in concerted practices that aim at or lead to hindering or restricting competition. This concerns, for example, agreements on prices, offers, customer alloca-tions, conditions of sale or purchase, production or sales quotas or the division of geographical markets. Concerted actions as a result of unilateral declarations are also prohi-bited. That is, announcements of price increases aimed at eliciting similar reactions from competitors are taboo.
Furthermore, any direct or indirect exchange of informa-tion between competitors is prohibited. This applies, for example, to the exchange of information on customers, pricing, costs, salaries, sales conditions, distribution methods, market shares, production quantities, bidding or strategies. Here it is important to ensure at all times that no information is received or passed on which would allow conclusions to be drawn about ProtACT GmbH‘s current or future market behaviour.
We know that this entails a lot of restrictions. But we are convinced that this is the only way to ensure fair and un-distorted competition. Therefore, we ask every employee to be aware of the responsibility they bear and the impact their actions can have on the company.

At ProtACT GmbH there is one clear rule: No corruption!

No one may accept or grant material advantages that could create a false impression. We focus on quality, reliability, competitive prices and the protection of the environment and social standards. Bribery is prohibited in most countries of the world and we too say „No thanks!“
Our employees and anyone acting on our behalf must never demand or accept material benefits. We do not pro-mise personal benefits in order to win business. We are honest and fair. If you receive any offers of this kind, tell your supervisor.

Gifts, allowances and benefits - a sensitive issue that we handle with the utmost care at ProtACT. We stand for in-tegrity and transparency in all our business relationships. That is why it is important to us to define clear rules that apply to everyone involved.
Because we know: Gifts and gratuities can quickly lead to an obligatory dependency. We want to avoid this at all costs. Therefore, all gratuities in return for preferential treatment are strictly forbidden. But of course there are also courtesy gifts that are in line with standard busi-ness practices. But here, too, the following applies: the recipient should not have to conceal the acceptance and should under no circumstances be put in an unpleasant position.
To ensure that we always act in accordance with the law, donations that go beyond customary practices always require the approval of our superiors or the management. We also keep an eye on the tax implications.
And what about invitations to business partners? Of course, these are permitted as long as they do not exceed the customary scope of business. After all, we want to cultivate our relationships and get to know each other. Our rules on gifts, gratuities and benefits are an important part of this. In this way, we can ensure that our business is always on a sound footing.

An absolute no-go for us! At ProtACT GmbH, business co-mes first - without any ifs or buts! We attach great import-ance to the fact that personal relationships or interests of our employees do not influence our decisions in any way. For us, only comprehensible economic aspects and trans-parent processes count.
And that is not all! We are aware that financial or other interests in business partners can lead to conflicts of interest. Therefore, such participations are disclosed
in a timely manner. In the event of existing or potential conflicts of interest, our employees are required to inform their superiors immediately. Together we look for suitable solutions to avoid the conflict of interest.
One thing is clear: private and business interests have nothing to do with each other at ProtACT GmbH. We advocate a clear separation and convince through our consistent attitude. With us, there is no room for ambigui-ty or uncertainty. We are the experts for transparent and objective decisions - see for yourself!

As part of the ProtACT team, you are an important com-ponent of our success. Therefore, it is of utmost importan-ce that you follow the protection and security rules of the IT department. After all, it is important to protect our IT systems from any damage and to keep our data safe. But don‘t worry, we have everything under control!
Our IT security guidelines provide you with a framework within which you can operate. And if you‘re ever unsure, we‘re always there to help. Don‘t hesitate and contact us directly! You are important to us and we want you to feel safe and protected. So, let‘s go! Let‘s work together to ensure a secure IT environment!

At ProtACT, data protection is not an empty promise, but a core value that drives us. We know that personal data is a valuable asset and therefore treat it with the utmost care. Any processing is carried out exclusively within the framework of the applicable data protection laws and for clearly defined purposes. We do our utmost to protect the data of our employees and business partners and to communicate transparently.
We know that trust is the basis of every successful cooperation. That is why we have internal guidelines and agreements that regulate the handling of communication facilities and that our employees can turn to supervisors, data protection officers or management at any time in case of uncertainty. We make sure that every data subject can protect his or her rights to information, correction and deletion of his or her data.
With us, you have a reliable partner at your side who is fully committed to ensuring that your data is secure. Because ProtACT is not just about data protection, but about responsibility and trust.

What does it look like when we make the world safer together? When we fight international terrorism with full energy and determination? ProtACT GmbH is ready to take up this fight and in doing so we also help our partners to comply with the laws and resolutions of the United Nations Security Council. Because we know that any trade with persons, organisations or companies suspected of supporting terrorism poses a risk to the global community. That is why many countries and communities of states have enacted laws to remove the economic basis for inter-national terrorism. And we at ProtACT are proud to abide by these laws. We use sanctions lists to prevent financial transactions and the use of economic resources by terro-rist organisations. We follow the Anti-Torture Regulation, the EC Embargo Regulations and the EC Dual-Use Regu-lation to ensure that we do everything we can to combat international terrorism.
Every single employee at ProtACT is required to comply with these laws. We have automated our systems to the extent that any delivery or payment to addresses not crea-ted and verified in the system is prohibited. If any doubts or questions arise, the management is always available to offer advice and assistance.
All of us at ProtACT comply with trade control laws when buying and selling, producing or marketing goods and technologies. We are aware of our responsibility and do our utmost to contribute to a safer world.

This is nothing less than the smuggling of criminal assets into our regular financial and economic cycle. A crime that is punished in most countries of the world.
But we do not tolerate money laundering - that is our promise to you. Our employees are required not to take any actions that violate money laundering prevention laws. And if there is any doubt about a financial transaction, it will be reviewed and cleared by our management. Because our goal is to provide you with a safe and trusting environment. An environment in which you can rely on us - at all times. That is why we are committed to ensuring that our financial and economic cycle remains free of illegal assets.

Every employee must handle company property responsibly and protect assets of ProtACT GmbH against loss, damage, theft, misuse and unauthorised use. Intangible assets such as proprietary knowledge, intellectual property rights and works protected by copyright are also part of the company property. Confidential information from business partners and their know-how must also be respected and protected. This is especially true if it has been entrusted to us as part of a joint development. Company computers and other equipment serve operational purposes and are not intended for personal use. Company property may not be used for private purposes or removed from company premises without the express consent of the management.

How can we master the challenges of our time? How can we conserve resources and protect our planet? At ProtACT, we are committed to making environmental protection a high priority. We rely on a waste management concept that focuses on avoid, reduce and recycle. We use reusable materials and collect recyclables and waste separately. Because we know: Each of us bears a responsibility for people, animals and the environment.
And not only that: we also rely on environmentally friend-ly technologies for our products and accelerate their development and distribution. We want to shape the future and protect our planet. 

Our Code of Conduct is the guide to successful and responsible working. Every single employee is an important building block for the success of our company and therefore it is of utmost importance to us that everyone has access to our Code of Conduct. But that‘s not all!
We demand that our managers set a good example and live by the rules of the Code of Conduct as a matter of course. This is the only way we can create a trusting working atmosphere and live our values.
And if questions or uncertainties do arise, the supervisors are the right people to contact. We want every employee to feel safe and secure and to be able to rely on their superiors at all times.
All in all, we are a team and only together can we be successful. Therefore, it is important to us that every employee knows and follows the Code of Conduct - for a strong and successful company!