Distribution for the health and beauty market in America
Alliance to maximize the coverage and efficiency of your supply chain in America
1. Environmental Commitment in Operations and Value Chain
Responsible Resource Management:
Implement water and energy conservation systems in offices and research centers.
Gradually transition to renewable energy sources at all our locations.
Digitalize processes to minimize paper and plastic use.
Waste Management:
Ethical waste sorting and disposal, prioritizing recycling and reuse.
Special protocols for handling hazardous or clinical materials.
2. Sustainable Innovation in Clinical
Research Study Design with a Sustainable Approach:
Prioritize virtualized or decentralized methods to reduce travel and emissions.
Use digital technologies for remote monitoring and electronic data collection.
Selection of ESG-Aligned Suppliers:
Evaluation criteria that include environmental and social practices.
Preference for local partners to reduce the logistical carbon footprint.
3. Inclusion and Equity in Health
Access to Research for Diverse Populations:
Design studies that include representation of underrepresented communities.
Collaboration with health centers in resource-limited areas.
Health Education Programs:
Workshops and educational materials for patients and communities on preventive health topics.
4. Governance and Transparency
Public Sustainability Reports:
Annual publication of a social and environmental impact report.
Measurable and verifiable goals for carbon footprint reduction and biodiversity.
Environmental Code of Ethics:
Clear guidelines to avoid conflicts of interest in projects with environmental impact.
Sustainability and Sustainable Development Policies
5. Alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Strategic
Focus on Key SDGs:
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being → Through accessible clinical research.
SDG 5: Gender Equality → Promoting equity in clinical trials.
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production → Optimizing resource use.
SDG 13: Climate Action → Reducing emissions in logistics and operations.
6. Sustainable Organizational Culture
Corporate Volunteering Program:
Employee participation in community health initiatives or reforestation projects.
Sustainability Training:
Workshops on sustainable practices in the workplace and personal life.
7. Implementation and Monitoring
Sustainability Committee:
Multidisciplinary group responsible for overseeing compliance with these policies.
Semiannual evaluation of progress and adjustments as needed.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
Percentage reduction in natural resource use.
Number of clinical studies with diverse inclusion criteria.
Level of satisfaction among communities and stakeholders.
At VERTEX CRO, sustainability isn't an add-on; it's part of our DNA. We believe that the health of the planet and the health of people are intrinsically connected, and we act accordingly.ities and stakeholders.
