ESG – The envelope of traceability and transparency represents the governance aspect of ESG, surrounding and supporting all other pillars. We prioritize traceability and transparency in our operations, maintaining accountability adhering to regulatory requirements and providing stakeholders with reliable information for ethical and responsible business conduct.
At Design Arc we conduct our business in a socially responsible and ethical manner, supporting communities where we operate. We are committed to protect our environment through adoption of technology, always thinking about reducing waste and incorporating the concepts of recycling and up-cycling into our daily business practice and the products that we offer to our customers.
- Rakesh Chadha, Managing Director & CEO
ENVIRONMENTAL
As a company, our vision is to become one of the most conscious suppliers to major retail brands in the world.
This includes the initial concept at the design and development stage, fabric & trims through to our valued factory partners and their processes.
Through the use of cutting edge technology (3D design and product lifecycle management); we aim to reduce waste in our design and development processes.
SOCIAL
Our manufacturing partners are audited internally and externally by 3rd parties for ethical and health & safety international standards. Our factories are LEED Certified, SEDEX, ACCORD & ALLIANCE, WRAP, AMFORSI BSCI
GOVERNANCE
To uphold the reputation of our customers, business partners & our organisation by ensuring ethics, integrity and technical expertise are uncompromisingly practised in our business operations. At Design Arc, we adhere to the 6 C’s framework of risk management on how we govern our company.
In today’s interconnected world, community engagement and support are crucial for fostering a sense of belonging, well-being and resilience. We have recognized, the importance of community efforts and have undertaken remarkable initiatives to empower and uplift local communities. We hold steadfast to the vision of creating a sustainable future for our business, our people, our supply partners and the communities we serve.
ENABLING ACCESS TO QUALITY EDUCATION
We recognize the profound potential of education to transform lives and break the cycle of poverty.
Consequently, we are committed to enhancing basic literacy and numeracy among underprivileged children in Bangladesh and India. We endeavour to provide free primary and secondary education to more than 1000 children by 2026.
Our dedication to education extends beyond the classroom walls. We acknowledge the diverse challenges faced by these communities and work tirelessly to address them. This entails constructing suitable infrastructure, empowering teachers through training programs, and implementing innovative teaching methodologies to enrich the learning journey.