Hugel addresses potential risks in the field of human rights by implementing various organizational culture activities and education to achieve an environment where all stakeholders, including customers, shareholders, employees, and partners, are respected.
By outlining various human rights violations, Hugel guarantees an environment where all members can work with mutual respect and consideration, guiding employees through the company's protective protocols. Moreover, to enhance awareness, Hugel organizes awareness campaigns and leadership feedback sessions, including the annual "Leadership Evaluation" and "Organizational Culture Evaluation.
Hugel expands Human Rights awareness through various human rights education programs, reinforcing human rights protection within the workplace. Every year, all employees participate in human rights education to enhance their understanding of human rights management.
Through proactive labor-management council Hugel improves personnel systems, welfare benefits, work practices, and organizational culture allowing members to take the lead.
Hugel ensures thorough protection of the identity of whistleblowers so that they do not face any disadvantages or discrimination due to reporting complaints. All stakeholders, including Hugel employees, customers, and employees of partner companies, can report illegal, unfair, or unethical actions by the company (including affiliates) and employees, as well as matters requiring improvement in business operations, through the Cyber Sinmungo and receive appropriate actions.
Hugel ensures regulatory compliance with a robust management system.
Hugel complies with a wide range of guidelines and regulations designed to protect patients and consumers, ensure the quality of pharmaceuticals and medical devices, and promote integrity in medical decision-making by preventing fraud and undue influence. The company is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulatory requirements across its business operations, including product development, manufacturing, distribution, and marketing.
As a global company, Hugel may be subject to multiple jurisdictions simultaneously. In cases where local laws and regulations conflict with internal policies,the company generally is subject to more stringent standard.
Trust is a fundamental pillar of Hugel’s business. Healthcare professionals rely on the company’s research and data, while consumers depend on the quality of its products. Shareholders also expect sustained value creation. Accordingly, Hugel is committed to providing accurate and transparent product information to patients, consumers, healthcare professionals, and regulatory authorities worldwide, ensuring that stakeholders have access to the most up-to-date information.
Hugel engages with healthcare professionals through various activities, including medical information exchange, promotional activities, research, and education. The company is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and complying with all applicable laws and regulations in every aspect of these interactions. Hugel also upholds strict ethical standards in its marketing practices.
All promotional materials and communications must be accurate, evidence-based, and not misleading, meeting applicable medical, legal, and regulatory requirements, including standards of scientific rigor and balance. The company strictly prohibits false or misleading advertising, bribery of competitors, customers, or healthcare professionals, and any illegal or unfair practices involving competitors’ products.
Hugel’s compliance program is designed to ensure that all business activities are conducted in accordance with legal and ethical standards. The Chief Compliance Officer oversees the program, working collaboratively with relevant departments to identify and address risk areas and ensure adherence to company standards. The Audit Team is responsible for investigating any suspected or potential violations of laws or internal policies, particularly in cases involving serious misconduct.
Hugel employees share both the privilege and responsibility of upholding the company’s reputation. By acting ethically and incompliance with applicable laws, employees actively fulfill this responsibility in their daily work.
In situations where making the right decision is challenging, or when questions or concerns arise, employees are encouraged to seek guidance through available internal resources.
Hugel promotes a proactive approach, encouraging employees to raise potential issues as soon as they are identified—preferably before they escalate—so that management can effectively address risks and protect the company, its employees, and the public. If an employee, or any individual acting on behalf of Hugel, is found to have violated or is likely to violate applicable laws or company policies, the matter must be promptly reported to the relevant department head, the HR Team, or the Audit Team.
Hugel regards corporate ethics as the foremost value in its business operations, and strives to pursue transparent, fair, and rational business practices. By adhering to its Code of Ethics as the standard for decision-making and actions, Hugel aims to enrich the lives of all stakeholders, including customers, shareholders, employees, and partners.
With the specialized dedicated department for information security, Hugel's security systems and processes exceeds legal requirements in the areas of network infrastructure, data, and services. We strive to protect the company's information assets from various threats and enhance sustainability and trust in the business.
Hugel employs its own integrated information security infrastructure to swiftly identify security vulnerabilities in networks, systems, databases, and other areas. Additionally, through regular security audits, Hugel guarantees that all operations take place in a secure environment at all times.
Hugel operates various education and participation programs to create an environment where all members understand and practice the importance of information security.
Hugel takes the lead in creating social value by actively engaging in diverse and sustainable social contribution activities aimed at enhancing the quality of life and happiness of humanity and creating a beautiful society.
