Southwire's Code of Ethics
Southwire’s code of ethics is aptly entitled "Do the Right Thing". It defines the way each of us is expected to conduct his or her daily business activities.
"Do the Right Thing" not only covers the company’s legal obligations, but it also goes beyond legal requirements to help our employees conduct business in an ethical, transparent, fair and sustainable manner.
Southwire periodically updates its code of ethics to cover new legal obligations and emerging ethical principles. Each update also strives to clarify any gray areas that have emerged since the previous update.
Each employee must read the code and watch a video that goes over its most important provisions. Employees must also complete a questionnaire to show they understand what they have read. Those involved in certain corporate roles are required to attend supplementary ethics training every two years. Employees also get face-to-face training on more specialized ethics topics, including compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, procurement fraud and conflicts of interest.
