Integrity Program

ETHICS AND TRANSPARENCY AS THE FOUNDATION FOR SUSTAINABLE GROWTH

In an increasingly demanding business environment—shaped by high standards of transparency, corporate responsibility, and legal compliance—integrity is no longer merely a competitive advantage. It has become a non-negotiable pillar for long-term success and organizational longevity.

At Smar, the Integrity Program reflects this commitment. It guides decisions, behaviors, and relationships, ensuring that all company activities are conducted with ethics, legality, and respect for people, the market, and society.

What is an Integrity Program and why is it essential?

An Integrity Program is a structured set of policies, rules, procedures, and control mechanisms designed to prevent, detect, and respond to risks such as corruption, fraud, conflicts of interest, and misconduct.

Simply put, it can be compared to a control system in an industrial plant: just as sensors and alarms identify failures before they cause damage, an Integrity Program monitors risks and ensures that the company operates within ethical and legal standards.

According to the Controladoria-Geral da União (CGU), companies that adopt robust integrity programs significantly reduce legal, financial, and reputational risks, while strengthening trust among customers, partners, and investors.

A practical commitment, not just a formal one

The SMAR Integrity Program was developed based on national and international best practices in compliance and corporate governance. It is aligned with Brazilian legislation—such as the Anti-Corruption Law (Law No. 12,846/2013)—and with globally recognized guidelines.

Its main pillars include:

A Code of Ethics and Conduct that is clear and accessible, applicable to employees, managers, suppliers, and partners;
Anti-corruption and anti-fraud policies, with zero tolerance for any irregularity;
Secure and confidential reporting channels, ensuring anonymity and protection against retaliation;
Continuous training, reinforcing an ethical culture in daily operations;
Investigation and continuous improvement processes, ensuring transparency and accountability.

According to Transparency International, organizations with solid integrity structures tend to achieve better financial performance and greater resilience during crises, as they reduce losses related to legal penalties and reputational damage.

Ethics and integrity as a competitive advantage

Studies by the OECD indicate that companies with effective integrity programs can reduce fraud and non-compliance risks by up to 30%, while also increasing market trust and long-term investment attractiveness.

In practice, this means that integrity is not only a moral value but also a strategic business asset. For SMAR, acting ethically is as essential as developing cutting-edge technology—both ensure safety, predictability, and sustainability.

People at the center of the Integrity Program

SMAR’s Integrity Program places people at its core. Every employee is an active agent of this culture, just as every component is essential to the proper functioning of an automated system.

This commitment is reflected in an organizational environment based on:

Mutual respect;
Diversity and inclusion;
Individual and collective accountability;
Transparency in internal and external relationships.

This approach strengthens corporate culture and contributes to SMAR being recognized as an ethical, reliable company aligned with contemporary societal expectations.