Datasonic Group Berhad Annual Report 2020

Support Local While our operations continue to provide direct employment opportunities for local people, we encourage local businesses tobe part of our supply chain.Weworkwith the government tobuild local skills and expertise.We prioritise the procurement of goods and services from local suppliers who meet our requirements. Suppliers are screened to ensure they meet our high standards in the areas of human rights, labour practices and business integrity. In line with the Bumiputera-status, Datasonic ensures compliance with the following criteria at all times:- Percentage of Bumiputera in theWorkforce The employment of Malaysian citizens is prioritised, due to the high sensitivity and security of our products and solutions. Identification cards such asMyKad and passport services are important to national security; whilst financial products such as ATM and debit cards are also highly sensitive. Malaysians versus Foreigners in theWorkforce Environment Datasonic, as a manufacturer of printed card and smart card for commercial, financial and government sector, is committed to pollution prevention inmanufacturing activities and products by properly managing waste generation and reducing wastage of natural resources. We are committed to comply with all applicable compliance obligations and continual improvement of environmental performance. (Source: Extracts of DMSB’s Environmental Policy) As we operate in a dynamic and hi-tech industry, we recognise the environmental challenges that this creates. Along with managing our own impacts, we have a responsibility to improve the efficiency of our supply chain, besides ensuring delivery of quality products and services while helping customers address their sustainability challenges. Sustainability Statement (Cont’d) 79% 79% 83% 80% 80% 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 99.2% 99.5% 99.6% 99.7% 99.7% 0.8% 0.5% 0.4% 0.3% 0.3% Malaysians Foreigners At least 51% of the Board of Directors including the Company’s Chairman must be Bumiputera The Managing Director and/or Chief Executive Officer must be Bumiputera At least 51% of the management team and both professional and supervisory staff must be Bumiputera DATASONIC GROUP BERHAD I ANNUAL REPORT 2020 (Registration No. 200801008472 (809759-X)) 41