Catering for a Sustainable Future
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)
BaxterStorey believes that corporate social responsibility (CSR) refers to the way a company manages and improves its social and environmental impact to generate value for both its shareholders and stakeholders by innovating its strategy, organisation and operations.
A useful definition of CSR is offered by Chris Marsden, Chair Amnesty International Business Group "Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is about the core behaviour of companies and the responsibility for their total impact on the societies in which they operate. CSR is not an optional add on nor is it an act of philanthropy. A socially responsible corporation is one that runs a profitable business that takes account of all the positive and negative environmental, social and economic effects it has on society."
We can summarise our approach to Corporate Social Responsibility with three simple headings: People, Planet and Profit
PEOPLE
At BaxterStorey, we employ over 3,000 people and we are committed to offering them a rewarding and challenging workplace. We aim to become the Employer of Choice demonstrated amongst other things, by current and past employees recommending the company as a great place to work.
PLANET
BaxterStorey has committed to implement and maintain a robust Environmental Management System (EMS) compliant with BS8555 using the STEMS approach monitored by BSI Management Systems.
BS8555 is a British Standard that helps improve environmental performance in organisations such as BaxterStorey. It is a five-phase approach to implementing an environmental management system (EMS) in line with ISO 14001 with a sixth phase available to meet the requirements of the European Eco-Management and Audit Scheme (EMAS).
Following phase five which will be completed by January 2007, BaxterStorey will apply for accreditation to ISO14001.
PROFIT
We believe that a sustainable company generates increased customer interest. The ethical conduct of our company directly influences the purchasing decisions of our customers. Being sustainable can also open up emerging markets to us, increasing our business opportunities. There is a 'buzz' phrase in business now that you can achieve the state of "doing well by doing good".