NOTE - Sourcing and supplier partnerships
A long-term partner for suppliers
At NOTE, we see our suppliers as an important part of the value chain and as an extension of our own business. Instead of working with short-term changes of suppliers based on single factors such as price, we always invest in relationships that last over time. That's how we build reliable and competitive supply chains - year after year.
We work in long-term partnerships based on trust, clear expectations and continuous improvement. Our suppliers are expected to fulfil high standards in quality, sustainability, delivery precision, technical competence, information security and flexibility - always with a focus on lowest total cost.
Supplier partnerships and expectations
NOTE establishes long-term partnerships with suppliers that contribute to stable, sustainable and competitive supply chains. As a NOTE supplier, you work in line with our values, requirements and commitment to continuous improvement. The partnership is based on transparency, mutual trust and clearly defined expectations. Together we create value for our customers.
All suppliers must comply with NOTE's Code of Conduct, sustainability requirements and applicable regulations. This also includes controls to prevent counterfeit components and ensure responsible handling of conflict minerals.
Our supplier requirements
All supplier requirements shall be fulfilled with a consistent focus on lowest total cost. Suppliers to NOTE must be able to demonstrate high performance, reliability and development capability in the following areas:
- Quality and process control
- Environmental performance
- Delivery precision and capacity assurance
- Technical expertise and continuous development
- Information security and data protection
- Flexibility and responsiveness
Certifications and management systems
Strategic suppliers are expected to work according to established, documented and maintained management systems. Certification to the following standards is strongly preferred:
- ISO 9001 - quality management
- ISO 14001 - environmental management
- ISO 45001 - health and safety management
- ISO 27001 - Information security management system
Equivalent systems can be accepted after evaluation.
Policies and guidelines at NOTE
Our co-operation is based on professionalism, transparency and integrity. All NOTE employees working with suppliers shall act ethically and in accordance with good business practice. Bribery, undue favours and all forms of corruption are strictly prohibited.
Become a supplier to us
By working side by side with suppliers who share our ambitions, we create a secure, responsible and future-proof supply chain. This strengthens our joint business and enables us to deliver long-term value to our customers.
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