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The Supplier Code is mandatory. Scorecard participation and data submission requirements apply to key suppliers, particularly those in high-impact categories.
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What’s Required
HP’s framework is distinguished by its use of a structured supplier scorecard that integrates sustainability metrics into overall supplier evaluation. While many companies require compliance with a supplier code, HP goes further by quantifying sustainability performance and embedding it into supplier ratings that influence procurement decisions.
Suppliers are required to comply with HP’s Supplier Code of Conduct, which establishes baseline expectations on environmental management, labor practices, and ethics. Beyond this baseline, suppliers must provide data on energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and environmental performance. This data is used within HP’s internal systems to assess supplier sustainability performance.
A critical component is the supplier sustainability scorecard. HP evaluates suppliers using metrics that include environmental performance, emissions management, and progress toward climate goals. The scorecard acts as a multiplier of overall supplier performance, meaning that sustainability can materially affect a supplier’s ranking and future business opportunities.
The framework also promotes science-based target adoption. HP encourages suppliers to set emissions reduction targets aligned with recognized frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative. This expectation moves suppliers toward structured decarbonisation pathways rather than ad hoc efficiency improvements.
Verification and transparency are also important. Suppliers must provide reliable and consistent data, and HP may use third-party tools and platforms to validate performance. The scorecard system requires ongoing data submission, creating a continuous monitoring environment.
Another key feature is integration with procurement decision-making. Sustainability performance is not isolated from commercial evaluation. It is embedded within sourcing decisions, supplier segmentation, and long-term partnerships. This creates a direct economic incentive for suppliers to improve environmental performance.
Important Deadlines
HP’s framework operates regularly, with periodic data submission and scorecard updates. While no single universal deadline is specified, suppliers must regularly provide updated environmental and emissions data to maintain accurate scoring.
Current Status
The framework is active and continuously applied across HP’s supplier base. Sustainability scorecards remain a core part of HP’s supply chain governance and climate strategy.
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Non-compliance primarily affects supplier scoring. Lower sustainability scores can reduce competitiveness, limit business opportunities, and affect supplier selection in procurement processes.
Examples of Known Violations
Failure to provide emissions data, inconsistent reporting, lack of emissions reduction targets and poor environmental performance can negatively affect supplier scores.
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