How we win
Why we lead with integrity
We focus on what matters, which includes a commitment to respecting and protecting the rights of people across the globe. We believe that properly supporting people is key to a prosperous future. Therefore, we are committed to upholding an ethical and transparent supply chain that is free of child labor, forced labor, slavery and human trafficking.
As an early signatory to the United Nations Global Compact, we align our practices with internationally recognized human rights standards.
What winning looks like
We strive to respect and protect human rights throughout our operations and supply chain by:
- Providing safe and healthy working conditions at all Johnson Controls facilities
- Respecting employees’ rights to organize and bargain collectively and never discriminating against their representatives
- Meeting all legal requirements related to compensation and working hours, including overtime
- Performing appropriate due diligence on potential business partners and following procurement policies when selecting new vendors
- Requiring suppliers and vendors to comply with our Global Supplier Standards
- Instructing business partners not to purchase or use conflict minerals
- Reporting any human rights concerns to the Law Department or the Integrity Helpline
For further guidance around respecting and protecting human rights, please see our policies on Human Rights and Conflict Minerals.
Putting people first: it's all connected
Respect for human rights goes far beyond supply chain oversight, it’s about upholding dignity and fairness in every space we touch: the workplace, the marketplace, and the communities we serve.
As a global company, we recognize the scale of our influence and the responsibility it carries. Our Human Rights Policy reflects this awareness, acknowledging the diverse factors that can shape human rights outcomes, including:
- Health and safety
- Working conditions
- Respect for the environment
- Governance
- Transparent reporting and accountability
Think first
Q:
I recently toured a major supplier’s facilities in a developing country. Some of the workers seemed very young to me. Over two very long days, I remember seeing the same faces early in the morning and late in the evening. I know that child labor and working hours violations have been problems in this part of the world. This supplier has a good reputation and assured us that they follow all applicable labor laws. Do I have a responsibility to share my concerns or escalate the matter further?