DECLARATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS
StyleBus (Gürsözler Otomotiv Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.) pledges to at least abide by the pertinent domestic laws of the nations in which it conducts business, as well as the pertinent international laws and codes of business ethics. The corporate policies that are attached to this statement and the Code of Conduct are both things that StyleBus is dedicated to upholding. Application Area All managers and staff members are required to abide by the StyleBus Code of Conduct. Managers and staff members of StyleBus must read and sign the Code of Conduct. Stakeholders can access a digital version of the Code of Conduct that is published on the official StyleBus website. It is necessary to obtain the relevant parties’ signed consent before making any changes to this document and/or its annexes.
1. Principles of Work Ethics and Combating Corruption
Employees of StyleBus are in charge of averting potential conflict in the office.
1.1 Impartiality Principle and Compliance with Human Rights
According to StyleBus, everyone has the right to live a free and honorable life.StyleBus adheres to the core human values that establish the bounds of what is absolutely right and wrong. Employees are required to follow the Code of Conduct and any relevant laws.
1.2 Equal Opportunity and Compliance
For those who might be subject to discrimination due to their nationality, gender, sexual orientation, religion, language, nationality, worldview, age, or disability, StyleBus always upholds the principle of equal opportunities. Based on each applicant’s unique qualifications and the demands of the position, the Company provides equal employment and promotion opportunities to all, in accordance with moral and legal standards. Discrimination prevention is the responsibility of management.
1.3 Conflict of Interest
Employees are in charge of maintaining objectivity and averting circumstances that might result in conflicts of interest. Because it is illegal to enter into business agreements with people you have a personal relationship with, employees must be careful about their personal relationships and business dealings with family members. Employees are not allowed to take part in any activities that might have a negative effect on the business or raise a conflict of interest. Additionally, staff members need to be aware that investing in a business that collaborates with StyleBus or is a rival could be viewed as a conflict of interest.
1.4 Reasonable Working Methods
The company’s policies and procedures must be followed during all processes. All decision documents must be kept for the entire required retention period, be safeguarded from loss or damage, and adhere to all applicable legal and administrative requirements. Employees must treat one another with courtesy and respect and refrain from taking advantage of their position of authority to treat them unfairly. Employees must not follow any improper work instructions if they prevent them from performing their jobs impartially. A worker who feels personally wronged because they disregarded a prohibited work instruction must speak with human resources.
1.5 Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery
There is zero tolerance for corruption at StyleBus. Any type of corruption, including bribery, money laundering, and financing of terrorism, is not practiced by it. A violation of StyleBus’ Code of Conduct is considered any conduct that may be characterized as corruption, whether or not it is specified in this document. StyleBus is aware that new methods of corruption may emerge in addition to known methods and may be discovered as a result of technological advancements. All instances of bribery or corruption are forbidden by StyleBus. Managers and employees of StyleBus, consultants, agents, and other people acting on the company’s behalf are not allowed to give or accept anything of value from or from anyone who has the potential to influence the company’s decisions or attitudes, particularly public officials.
1.6 Discrimination and Harassment
At StyleBus, coworkers of different racial backgrounds, genders, religions, languages, nationalities, ideologies, ages, and/or disabilities ought to get along well. StyleBus does not tolerate violence in any form. In addition to being illegal, sexual and psychological harassment is a form of discrimination. Employees of StyleBus must be on the lookout for harassment from other stakeholders with whom they do business, including customers, suppliers, and other employees of the institution. They are required to notify the appropriate authorities of any harassment incidents they observe. All employees have a responsibility to settle workplace conflicts amicably and to prevent conflicts from escalating and becoming more serious.
2- Principle of a Human-Centered Approach
StyleBus encourages a trust-based organizational structure and values each of its employees as independent individuals. It is forbidden to act in a disrespectful or incompatible manner.
2.1 Employment and Employee Loyalty
By hiring staff based on their qualifications and merits and being fair with its wage, fringe benefit, and promotion policies, StyleBus is committed to not discriminating against anyone in any way (religion, language, race, or gender) when making employment decisions, granting promotions, or terminating contracts.
StyleBus tracks employee satisfaction levels, supports staff in continuously improving their abilities in line with company expectations, and fosters a work environment that keeps employees motivated. As a result, it employs a fair wage, award, and recognition policy that uses methodical and impartial approaches.
2.2 Environment at Work
StyleBus works to foster an atmosphere where staff members respect one another and are not subjected to unwarranted verbal, visual, or physical harassment. Violent language, verbal or physical abuse, sexual harassment, or any behavior that suggests using offensive language or behavior are all examples of inappropriate workplace behavior. StyleBus makes an effort to foster an environment where staff members can report violations openly and without embarrassment. Each report is thoroughly reviewed and handled with confidentiality. Retaliation against employees who report the incident or cooperate with potential investigations in this case is strictly prohibited.
2.3 The Use of Illegal Products is Banned
The use of drugs and alcohol while working is forbidden at StyleBus. It works to promote a safe and healthy work environment in order to safeguard the wellbeing of its employees. All forms of illegal drugs and drug use are forbidden on StyleBus. This covers the use, ownership, production, distribution, and transportation of illegal goods as well as their sale and free advertising. The employer may request the employee to submit their defense, with reference to labor law and disciplinary procedures, if the employee exhibits signs of drug or alcohol use, such as significantly impaired judgment, deterioration in work performance, or abnormal behavior. Discipline will be applied to employees who break this rule or refuse to cooperate without providing justification.
2.4 Relationship between Employees
StyleBus is dedicated to using best practices to enhance working conditions and occupational safety and promotes the observance of human and workers’ rights. Without tolerating violence, harassment, or abuse in the workplace, employees must interact with one another with respect, dignity, and fairness while taking into account the various cultural backgrounds of each individual. Employees of StyleBus refrain from treating people differently based on their race, religion, age, nationality, gender, or any other aspect of their personal or social situation other than their qualifications and skills, especially when considering disadvantaged individuals and their integration into the workplace. Every employee is accountable for upholding all health and safety regulations at work, ensuring both their own safety and the safety of those who are impacted by their work.
2.5 Relationship between Employee and Customer
StyleBus is committed to utilizing best practices to improve working environments and workplace safety as well as to support the upholding of human and workers’ rights. Employees must interact with one another with respect, dignity, and fairness while taking into account the various cultural backgrounds of each person without tolerating violence, harassment, or abuse in the workplace. When it comes to disadvantaged people and their integration into the workforce, StyleBus employees refrain from treating people unfairly based on their race, religion, age, nationality, gender, or any other aspect of their personal or social situation other than their qualifications and skills.
2.6 Relationship between Employee and Supplier
The employees of StyleBus uphold a legal, moral, and respectful relationship with their suppliers. Every procurement process is carried out in strict accordance with the law. Employees of StyleBus are obligated to keep confidential information pertaining to the rules and regulations established by the business for the distribution network secure. No StyleBus employee is allowed to make direct or indirect gifts or non-cash inducements that might sway a decision.
2.7 Relationship between Employee and Public Authorities
In accordance with international laws against bribery and corruption, StyleBus’ employees uphold respectful, moral, and legal relationships with authorities and public institutions in the nations in which they conduct business. No StyleBus employee, in general, is permitted to offer, provide, solicit, or accept, directly or indirectly, gifts or donations, favors, or bribes to any public authority or public official. The business adheres to accepted procedures and properly assesses gifts of intangible value. Each employee has a responsibility to become knowledgeable about the company’s anti-bribery policies and carefully examine local customs while keeping in mind the company’s reputation and business interests.
3. Information Protection
3.1 Private Business Information
Employees are accountable for safeguarding all customer, supplier, and other business partner information in addition to company information.It is the duty of every employee to safeguard company information and exercise caution. Every piece of corporate data has a security level, which determines the type of data safety measures. No information may be disclosed by employees. To gain a competitive advantage, it is not permitted for organizations, such as strategic partners or group companies, to exchange confidential information. Discipline is taken against anyone who makes material or intangible gains through illegal or unethical means, such as eavesdropping, computer fraud, or bribery.
3.2 Individual Data
Except when acting pursuant to a written authorization in accordance with company rules and requirements, employees are not permitted to record, store, keep, modify, rearrange, disclose, transfer, possess, make available, classify, or prevent the use of any information that is considered personal data under applicable law and belongs to other StyleBus employees or other people working in third-party institutions and organizations.
4. Transparency and Ethical Business Conduct
In its tax declarations, market announcements, and reporting procedures, StyleBus fully complies with all applicable laws, rules, and tax regulations. It complies with all customs tariff laws and regulations. It keeps all business information about customs tariffs complete, accurate, and current at all times.
4.1 Fair Trade
StyleBus It is aware of the fair trade act’s requirements and, as needed, consults with its legal department.
4.2 Cooperation with Judiciary
StyleBus actively collaborates with judicial authorities to accommodate legitimate data transfer requests and aid in investigative proceedings in the event that competition authorities visit the company without prior notice or during investigations.
4.3 Taxation and Accounting
StyleBus keeps complete financial records in accordance with applicable law. All forms of document alteration, forgery, and unfair behavior that might misrepresent the nature of commercial activities are prohibited by StyleBus. StyleBus files its tax returns and pays its bills in accordance with all applicable laws and rules. It keeps an open line of communication with the tax authorities and answers requests for data transfer honestly. StyleBus forbids engaging in illegal tax evasion. Records of imports and exports to and from any nation must follow institutional guidelines.
5. Systems for Managing Quality and Customer Satisfaction
To live up to its customers’ expectations, StyleBus follows a quality policy. StyleBus strives for a sustainable quality approach while standardizing products and processes to maintain product quality at the desired level. Employees regularly assess whether product safety regulations are being followed while developing and manufacturing products. Employees should exercise caution when selecting vendors. Employees are responsible for ensuring that chosen suppliers meet StyleBus’s design and quality standards. Any worries about the security and caliber of any parts obtained from suppliers must be settled beforehand. Employees are required to notify the company right away if they become aware of an internal or external problem involving product recall or workplace safety.
6. Documents Used in Making Decisions: Recording and Provability
All StyleBus transactions that might have an economic impact are fully disclosed and accurately recorded in the balance sheets of the business as a true and fair representation of the transactions made, and both internal and external auditors have access to these balance sheets. In order for StyleBus employees to demonstrate their rights and obligations in accordance with the laws in effect at the time, the company enters their financial information into its systems in a complete, clear, and accurate manner. The integrity and accuracy of financial data that must be disclosed to the market in accordance with applicable law must also be guaranteed.
7. Workplace Safety and Health
StyleBus places a high priority on the occupational health and safety of its employees. StyleBus conducts all of its business in compliance with all applicable occupational safety and health laws. StyleBus works to manage risks, disasters, and hazardous materials. Before beginning an activity, the company takes the necessary precautions to reduce risk. In order to protect all employees from potential risks, StyleBus provides a secure working environment. StyleBus creates a secure workplace, (ii) modifies work procedures to adhere to safety regulations and precautions, (iii) equips employees with protective gear, and (iv) conducts routine training sessions. All staff members follow the rules and safety procedures outlined by the business. When informed of procedures or circumstances that could result in an accident, employees are required to notify their respective supervisors right away. In accordance with the law, StyleBus collaborates with a specialist in occupational health and safety.
8. Environment
All environmental laws are followed in StyleBus operations. All of StyleBus’ employees are required to take all reasonable precautions to maintain a clean environment and avoid environmental pollution while performing their duties.
Reporting Violations
Sending an email to report@stylebus.com.tr or mailing a letter to Birlik Organize Sanayi Bölgesi, Aydinli mah. 1 no’lu cadde, 6. sok. No:1 34953 Tuzla, Istanbul/TURKEY are the two ways to communicate with StyleBus. Letters should be in enclosed and sealed envelopes stating the intended recipient, who is the Chair of the Board.
The handling and processing of all statements is done in secret. Any person who in good faith asserts a claim or reports an act or suspicious circumstance that violates the Code of Conduct is not subject to retaliation of any kind.
