Datasonic Group Berhad Annual Report 2019

Action Plan Status of implementation Action Plan 2 of 4: Enforce mandatory requirements for sustainability reporting in accordancewith theGRI Standards. So far, we have not enforced any mandatory requirements for sustainability reporting in accordance with the GRI Standards, as voluntary reporting is encouraged. Nonetheless, key indicators for employment, training and education continues to be reported on a quarterly basis by our Human Resources Department (“HRD”) based on the Global Reporting Initiative (“GRI”) Standards.Whereas key indicators for employee satisfaction, customer satisfaction, effluents and waste management, etc. are usually reported either ad-hoc or annually. Even so, it is envisaged that this Action Plan would be carried out by our Management in the future, aswebecomemorematuredonour journey towards sustainability and growth. Action Plan 3 of 4: Performgroup-wideriskassessment which helps identify and prioritise sustainability areas that are most crucial to meeting business goals. Key riskswere identified, assessedandproperly evaluatedbasedonestablished risk criteria/priorities adopted by the Company. Risk treatment plans have been developed by management for risks assessed as High or Significant by the Company. Action Plan 4 of 4: Formalise Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for each business entity to allowperiodic reviews and assessment of performance against set targets. Objective performance measurement (i.e. key performance indicators and incentive setting) shall be formalised by SMC for all sales and business development activities under its purview. Sustainability Key Focus Areas EES Matter Key Focus Areas and Strategies Economy • Being a market leader in the delivery of integrated ICT solutions that will contribute towards nation-building. • Delivering quality by adhering to ethical business practices in the supply of high- quality integrated ICT solutions. • Protecting data privacy and information security. • Providingcontinuousinvestmentinresearchanddevelopmentthroughinnovative and cutting-edge technologies. Environment • Conserving Mother Nature for the benefit of future generations. • Effectively managing materials, energy, water and emissions. • Preserving natural resources to improve quality of life. Social For Our People • Developing and retaining our human capital and talents. • Ensuring safety and health in the workplace. • Providing equal opportunities in career development, training and education irrespective of race, religion or ethnicity. • Delivering a diverse and inclusive workplace. For Our Society • Proactively attending to the needs of the community and assisting in society- related programmes. • Ensuring that business activities and operations do not harm the interests and well-being of society at large. Sustainability Statement (Cont’d) DATASONIC GROUP BERHAD (Company No. 809759-X) ANNUAL REPORT 2019 33