The Corporate Business Principles of “Derma” d.d. are the foundation of the company’s culture, built and refined over its 77-year history. The core principle is that long-term shareholder success depends on strict compliance with all applicable legal regulations and ensuring the sustainability of all activities, while also creating significant social value-a concept referred to at “Derma” as creating shared value.
Although “Derma” and the comprehensive Corporate Business Principles document was first published in 2015, most principles had been individually established years earlier. These principles are firmly embedded and continue to evolve to meet the changing demands of the global market.
The latest version of the Corporate Business Principles differs from previous editions by directly linking ten key principles to detailed online overviews of standards and implementation measures. This allows for a concise summary of each principle, with further details accessible online. Additionally, risk management procedures and a risk assessment map are continuously implemented and updated.
Derma emphasizes a culture of respect for national and local laws, fully integrating legal compliance into its operations. The Corporate Business Principles and supporting documents reflect this commitment, helping to maintain the trust of consumers and stakeholders in the Derma brand. Internal rules not only require strict legal compliance but also govern activities in situations where laws may be flexible or absent, guided by good manufacturing practices. Compliance at Derma goes beyond mere formalities, requiring steadfast principles that provide clear guidance to employees at all levels. The Board of Directors and senior management insist that the entire company adheres to these principles, expecting all employees to comply. The company also advocates for continuous improvement and is open to external collaboration on any aspect of the Corporate Business Principles:
- Consumers: Nutrition, health and healthy living, product quality assurance and safety, consumer communication
- Employees: Leadership and personal responsibility, workplace safety and health
- Suppliers and Customers: Supplier and customer relations, food industry development
- Human Rights and Labor Standards: Human rights in business operations
- Environment: Environmental protection and sustainable development, water, energy
Derma d.d. integrates and continually enhances these ten principles within its business processes, with a focus on food safety, food safety culture, product quality, legality, authenticity, sustainability, and environmental protection, placing special emphasis on employees, suppliers, customers, and consumers.