Anti-Slavery Statement

Open eLMS maintains a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business dealings, implementing effective systems and controls to safeguard against modern slavery within our business and supply chains.

To this end, Open eLMS provides the following information:

a. Organisation’s Structure, Business, and Supply Chains:

Open eLMS Ltd. is dedicated to enhancing the knowledge and skills of learners across the business and education sectors.

Open eLMS Ltd operates with a flat management structure, empowering employees to make decisions and take ownership of their respective product areas. The company is run for the benefit of its employees; half of our staff hold significant shares in the business, and all employees participate in profit-sharing. This structure fosters high retention, with the majority of our team having been with the company for over five years.

Open eLMS maintains its primary operations in the UK, with a head office in central London. We also maintain satellite offices in Latvia and India. Open eLMS generally does not use subcontractors for its core services; exceptions include Microsoft Azure for cloud computing and Google Workspace for internal documentation and communication.

The company offers a comprehensive suite of services including learning management, performance management, ePortfolios, online authoring software, and video conferencing. Our supply chains are aligned with the SUSTAIN Supply Chain Code of Conduct, ensuring ethical practices throughout.

b. Policies in Relation to Slavery and Human Trafficking:

Open eLMS maintains a zero-tolerance approach to any form of modern slavery. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business dealings. Detailed information and our supporting checklist can be found in the company's Modern Slavery Policy.

c. Due Diligence Processes:

We conduct thorough due diligence to prevent worker exploitation and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and standards. Open eLMS requires all subcontractors to complete a Modern Slavery Checklist prior to engagement. As a single-solution provider, Open eLMS does not routinely engage subcontractors; however, we maintain evidence of compliance for any third parties utilized in the past.

d. Risk Assessment and Management:

We recognize that specific areas of business and supply chains globally may be at risk of slavery and human trafficking. To mitigate these risks, we regularly audit our processes and supply chains to ensure full visibility and compliance with our ethical standards.

e. Effectiveness Measurement:

Our effectiveness is measured through annual audits as part of our ISO 9001, ISO 20000, and ISO 27001 compliance. We maintain records of any suspected instances and follow a formal process for escalation.

We also require suppliers to provide evidence of their commitment to preventing modern slavery by completing our compliance checklist.

f. Training and Capacity Building:

We provide training to our staff via our internal Learning Management System, covering the signs of modern slavery and the appropriate actions to take if suspicions arise. This includes specialized training for recruitment and security teams to help them identify signs of exploitation and understand their legal and ethical obligations.