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SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTED TO AND ON BEHALF OF EMPLOYEES
we want our employees to reflect the diversities of the
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An e-learning module was launched at the end of 2014 for all
communities in which we operate, believing that true value employees to better understand diversity.
results from integrating these diversities,
Three areas are being explored to define improvements and set up
we want to achieve the same level of commitment across
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new policies and actions:
the whole company, in all countries where Schneider
how to ensure the most neutral recruitment process;
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Electric operates,
maternity leave policy;
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we work through programs that help us bridge differences
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and embrace diversity to the fullest;
pay equity.
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ensure that diversity is integrated at all stages of the Group’s
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Processes and indicators
«Total Employee Experience» (HR processes and tools);
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we want to promote equal opportunities and respect of
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Several global processes have been developed to support
diversity at all levels of the Human Resources processes
Schneider Electric’s diversity policy, e.g.:
and make diversity and inclusion an integral part of the
talent review process to detect talent and promote equality and
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Group’s management;
diversity at all levels of the company, ensuring that professional
foster a culture of inclusion and respect all cultural diversities;
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development is based on equality;
we want to ensure that all employees treat others, at all
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recruitment policies, succession planning, and access to training
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times, with dignity and respect and exhibit conduct that
pay particular attention to gender balance and new economies
reflects inclusion,
representation; for example, succession planning for key
we encourage employees to create support communities
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positions in the company must include at least one woman.
and networks, and require them to complete annual
Under the Connect People program 2012-2014, three key
diversity awareness training that will enhance their
performance indicators have been set with the objective to
knowledge and encourage respect for others.
promote women and new economies in the talent pool and in
Scope
positions of key responsibility: the percentage of women in key
positions and in the talent pool; the latter is also included in the
The Diversity & Inclusion policy applies to all Schneider Electric Planet&Society Barometer which aimed to have women
entities worldwide. All Schneider Electric entities must develop constitute 30% of the talent pool by the end of2014 (28%
Diversity & Inclusion action plans that cover areas such as gender achieved); and the percentage of Key Position Potentials and Key
and cultural diversities, while meeting local regulations and Position Holders located within the new economies.
addressing country-specific issues.
Notoriety and community commitment
Governance
A global committee, comprising two Executive Vice-Presidents, Our CEO, Jean-Pascal Tricoire, has signed the CEO Statement of
two Country Presidents and Senior Vice-Presidents Human Support for the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEP). By
Resources, has been created to validate and promote the global doing so, he has signaled his support for the overall goal of
action plan. advancing and empowering women and more specifically, the
guidance offered by the WEPs on how to empower women in the
Diversity & Inclusion ambassadors have been appointed in the top workplace, marketplace and community. The WEPs seek to
largest countries and entities and each of them have implemented emphasize the gender dimension of good corporate citizenship,
a Diversity & Inclusion action plan. This Diversity & Inclusion core the UN Global Compact, and the role of businesses in sustainable
community convenes to share best practices every two months. development. This commitment from Mr. Tricoire has encouraged
Twelve countries have launched Diversity & Inclusion action plans local Schneider Electric offices in countries around the world to
covering gender, culture, generations, disabilities, etc. begin integrating the WEPs into their own business practices.
Communication, education and further
The Country Presidents of Schneider Electric India, China, Canada,
Italy, Turkey, Germany, Vietnam, the US and France have also
developments
signed a statement of support. Signers of the CEO Statement
A company-wide communication campaign was deployed to raise underscore that equal treatment of women and men is not just the
awareness on the new global policy and promote the value of right thing to do; it is also good for business and should be a
having a diverse and inclusive culture. corporate priority.
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