In 2008, personnel from the KONE Supplier Quality Management team conducted more than 600 supplier audits worldwide. The purpose of the audits was to inspect supplier production, quality and environmental process capabilities.
In order to foster its close relationship with strategic suppliers, KONE holds an annual Supplier Day event with suppliers. The event provides an opportunity to share KONE’s quality and performance expectations as well as to get feedback from suppliers. It also forms part of the continuous dialogue between KONE and suppliers about the importance of operating in a sustainable and ethical manner.