Data ethics
Data and technology are great enablers in creating opportunities for delivering services and solutions to our clients and partners. As our business models are increasingly powered by data and technology to deliver reliable and stable services to our clients, high data-ethical standards are key in our operations.
Our approach and commitment to data ethics consider the principles of data privacy, the ethical use of artificial intelligence, careful and respectful use of confidential and sensitive information and the necessary collection of data. Handling and processing data from our clients and stakeholders is based on trust. To earn and maintain that trust, we commit ourselves to protecting and securing the data, no matter the state of the data.
Our goals and objectives of data ethics are to integrate data ethics into decision-making systems, including processes and technologies across DHI.
DHI’s Data Ethics Policy
We use and process data based on the principles of necessity, transparency, respect, security, ethical design and innovation with the overall purpose of creating value for our clients and partners.
Necessity: As our business models increasingly rely on data to produce reliable and accurate results, we commit ourselves to restrict the creation, collection and acquisition of data beyond what is necessary for the purpose
Transparency: Transparency is a key aspect of collecting data. Transparency means that our clients, stakeholders, business partners and employees know what data is collected and shared and how it is used by DHI and its affiliates
Respect: Data is handled with respect for human rights and the privacy of our clients, business partners and employees. We integrate internal controls and train employees in applying high ethical standards when handling data and using our systems
Security: Our clients, business partners, stakeholders and employees trust us with their data, which is why we as a trusted company are committed to protecting and storing their data securely and safely using state-of-the-art security measurements. We apply DHI Group security policies and controls when processing and handling data to protect confidentiality and integrity and to ensure compliance with applicable legislation and regulations. We ensure that systems and services operate securely and effectively using advanced technologies
Ethical design: We integrate data ethics principles into processes where data is the key element of success to ensure high ethical standards when developing services and solutions for our clients and employees, including the use of artificial intelligence
Innovation: We are committed to bringing innovative solutions to our clients, business partners and employees and equally to using innovation to positively impact the global sustainability challenges through operational optimisations
Business ethics
We operate our business in compliance with all legal requirements. Our business practices are transparent and in accordance with the International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC) Code of Ethics. We acknowledge and respect the requirements of the United Nations Declaration of Human Rights and the Convention against Corruption, and we require that our employees work actively to ensure continued compliance in all their work.
DHI adheres to all relevant laws and regulations aimed at the protection and promotion of human rights both in the workplace and more broadly in our business activities. Every employee is an important member of the DHI team. We believe diversity and inclusion help to attract, develop and retain talent, generate innovation and help fulfil and exceed client expectations. We are committed to providing equal opportunities regardless of ethnicity, race, national origin, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other characteristic. Our assessment is that the highest risks in respect of human rights are related to DHI’s use of subcontractors and suppliers. Risks relating to human rights are considered within our risk management due diligence process, overseen by the Board of Directors. During the year, DHI has continued to work on protecting and promoting human rights to ensure that we comply with applicable legislation at all times.