10
Global Principles of
Business Conduct
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We are objective in forming our
professional opinions and the advice
we give.
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We do not allow bias, conflict of
interest, or undue influence, to alter
our interactions, or to override our
professional judgments.
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We do not offer, accept or solicit any
gifts, entertainment, or hospitality that
may improperly influence, or be
perceived to improperly influence,
business decisions or impair
objectivity.
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We use due care to match client needs
with practitioners who have the
competence required for their
assignments.
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We foster innovation and new ideas to
improve the value and performance of
our services, while being mindful of
the impact on society.
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We prioritize responsible development
and deployment of new technologies,
including artificial intelligence, aligned
with our
Ethical technology guiding
principles
, and take measures to
identify, understand, and mitigate
possible associated risks.
Objectivity
Competence
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We respect our competitors and are
committed to operating legally and
ethically, employing fair business
practices, and avoiding any
appearance of anticompetitive actions.
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We record hours worked timely and
accurately, and submit legitimate
business-related expenses incurred in
line with applicable policies and
contractual arrangements.
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Our fees reflect the value of services
provided and responsibilities assumed.
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We take measures to protect and
safeguard the confidential and
personal information that we hold,
collecting and handling it in
compliance with our internal policies
and guidance, and in accordance with
applicable laws and professional
standards.
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We prohibit disclosure of confidential
and personal information entrusted to
us unless granted permission or there
is a legal or professional right or duty
to disclose.
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We prohibit the use of confidential
information about our clients for
personal advantage or for the benefit
of third parties.
Fair business practices
Confidentiality, privacy and data
protection
Global Principles of
Business Conduct
Our Shared Values
Our Global Code
Our expectations for
ethical leadership
Our responsibility to
speak up
Our commitment to
act
Global Principles of
Business Conduct
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commitments to our
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