CSR and Sustainable Procurement approach
Sustainable procurement is at the heart of our business
Our “raison d’être” defines our business and our team: creating value through sustainable procurement.
It is with this philosophy in mind that we strive to set an example in this domain. We are committed to our own Sustainable Procurement policy and, as part of the A2 Consulting Group, we implement a voluntary CSR approach in line with best practice. Most notably, our supplier payment terms are among the shortest in the sector.
In 2023 we obtained the RFAR label and respect its fundamental principles.
Supplier mediaition
The RFAR label recommends the use of supplier mediation, an amicable, voluntary and confidential dispute resolution process available to suppliers, in order to avoid cumbersome and often costly legal action.
Mediation is a fast and cost-effective solution, and free of charge for suppliers. It fosters a relationship of trust with suppliers, through a controlled and secure process. Most importantly, the process is entirely confidential.
A mediator has been appointed by the A2 Consulting Group, whose services are accessible to all Asea suppliers via this address:
Discover our Sustainable Procurement policy
Published by the A2 Consulting Group to which Asea belongs, this Sustainable Procurement policy also applies to all Asea practices. It provides a virtuous framework for both parties who are mutually committed to a responsible relationship.
Our CSR approach
Offering our customers responsible products and services
- Providing solutions for economic, social, digital and ecological transitions
- Supporting customers in their sustainable performance
- Sharing skills and know-how
Rolling out ESG best practice to all our stakeholders
- Adopting and implementing best practices of corporate social responsibility (CSR), including those based on compliance with major international conventions
- Managing societal impacts (maximising positive impacts and minimising negative impacts) on all stakeholders, both internally (employees and their representatives, directors and associates) and externally (suppliers and subcontractors, ecosystem, civil society)
Contribute collectively to advancing and promoting good CSR practices
- Undertake collective actions in the public interest (in particular ISO 20400 commitments)
- Participating in the design, innovation and promotion of best practice in corporate social responsibility at the local level
Quality of work life
Every year, Asea and A2 Consulting conduct a survey of their employees via the independent organisation ChooseMyCompany to assess their quality of work life. The questionnaire, based on six major dimensions, provides an overview of the well-being of the team:
- Professional development
- Working environment
- Management
- Recognition
- “Raison d’être”
- Sustainable development
In 2023, the Group achieved an overall score of 4.54/5 and an employee recommendation rate of 89.9%.