California Transparency in Supply Chains Act (SB 657)

The California Transparency in Supply Chains Act (SB 657) requires many companies, including Micron, to disclose on their websites the efforts they take to eradicate slavery and human trafficking from their direct supply chains.  SB 657 requires disclosures regarding verification, auditing, certification, internal accountability and training.

Verification

Micron's core business philosophy is to conduct business with uncompromising integrity and professionalism. In August 2008, Micron joined the Electronics Industry Citizenship Coalition (EICC). The EICC is comprised of leading electronics industry companies that have joined together to promote responsible working conditions, ethical business practices, and environmental stewardship globally throughout the electronics industry supply chain. EICC members adhere to a common EICC Code of Conduct, which addresses supply chain performance expectations for labor, health and safety, environmental practices, ethics and management systems.

Micron provides each supplier with a questionnaire and requires their participation and answers. Upon receipt and review of the questionnaire, if any answers appear to be unacceptable, Micron further investigates the supplier. 

We believe that our suppliers' compliance with the EICC code reduces the risks of human trafficking and slavery in our supply chain. Micron and its subsidiaries expect suppliers to comply with the EICC code regardless of local business practices or social customs, and as may be requested by Micron, to demonstrate adherence to those codes.

For more information on the EICC and to view the EICC Code of Conduct, visit http://www.eicc.info/.

Auditing

Micron reserves the right to audit its suppliers.  Micron has not engaged third parties to conduct audits.  However, some of our suppliers have been audited by third parties retained by other EICC member companies.

Audits are typically announced prior to being conducted.

Certification

Micron’s standard terms and conditions require compliance with all applicable laws, including laws against slavery or human trafficking.

Internal Accountability

Micron requires all team members and contractors to follow the standards and principals set forth in Micron’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, as well as the Code of Conduct of the EICC.  Team members who fail to comply are subject to disciplinary action and contractors who fail to comply may be dropped from Micron's supply chain.

Training

Micron provides managers and its employees who have direct responsibility for supply chain management with knowledge and information regarding Micron’s requirements, including EICC compliance.