We aim to create responsible, diverse, and respectful supply chain relationships.
Akamai’s RSCP is focused on fostering a responsible supply chain through engagement in mutually beneficial relationships with diverse, responsible suppliers and partners that are environmentally and socially conscious.
We look to partner with businesses that share our values, mitigate supply chain risks, promote diversity, and inspire better business.
While our suppliers vary in size, location, and scope, all are expected to adhere to Akamai’s Guiding Principles for Suppliers and Partners, which detail our expectations for our business partners.
We look to our suppliers to follow the spirit and intent of our guiding principles to ensure respect for human rights, environmental sustainability, and integrity.
In partnership with EcoVadis, a trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, we identify supplier-related sustainability risks and advance supplier sustainability practices by:
We expect our suppliers to consistently monitor and enforce our standards in their own operations and supply chains, as well as make improvements to meet or exceed our expectations.
Our Supplier Diversity Program seeks to identify and engage diverse suppliers for a wide range of products and services — from office supplies and equipment to maintenance and repair services.
This program strives to develop mutually beneficial and successful partnerships with small businesses, including companies owned by women, minorities, veterans, and people who are socially and economically disadvantaged or have disabilities.
Akamai selects suppliers based on key characteristics, including:
To be considered for participation in Akamai’s Supplier Diversity Program, suppliers must register with us and certify their company’s small business diversity status.
Here are some helpful links with information related to small business and small disadvantaged business status, as well as certification organizations and sources that Akamai recognizes:
