This publication is authored by and reflected the views and opinion of PT Roche Indonesia. More information about PT Roche Indonesia is available on www.roche.co.id.

The 21st Roche Children’s Walk: Employees Raise Funds for Children with Cancer at Yayasan Kasih Anak Kanker Indonesia

Jakarta, 3 July 2024 – Roche Indonesia once again held its annual Roche Children’s Walk, a fundraising event by Roche employees worldwide aimed at helping children in need both locally and globally. This year marks the 21st anniversary of the event. Through creative means such as bazaars, food sales, talent shows, running, and offering various services, Roche Indonesia employees successfully raised Rp 180,793,063. The funds were donated to children with cancer through Yayasan Kasih Anak Kanker Indonesia (YKAKI). The children supported by YKAKI come from low-income families and rely on financial assistance.

In a video message, Budi Gunadi Sadikin, the Minister of Health of the Republic of Indonesia, expressed his appreciation for the event. “May the donations for Yayasan Kasih Anak Kanker Indonesia greatly benefit the children under its care. I also hope that the dedication of all Roche Indonesia employees can inspire more parties to work together to realize the transformation of Indonesia’s health system,” he said. The Roche Children’s Walk is celebrated simultaneously in 75 countries and over 165 locations.

Funds raised by employees are matched by the company and used to support projects for children worldwide related to education, nutrition, primary healthcare, and social development. Globally, a total of CHF 23 million has been raised since the initiative began in 2003, collected by over 315,000 Roche employees.

“Roche is proud to continue this important annual tradition and continue benefiting children worldwide,” said Lucia Erniawati, Access, Communication, and Healthcare System Value Strategy Director at Roche. “We believe that the tangible actions of all employees can impact the quality of life for children in need. Since 2015, our employees in Indonesia have raised donations amounting to more than 1.5 billion rupiah. Our continued support for this event aligns with our commitment to make a sustainable impact in the communities where we live and work.”

Ira Soelistyo, Founder of Yayasan Kasih Anak Kanker Indonesia (YKAKI), added, “We are very grateful for the continuous support from Roche, who has supported us since the early days of YKAKI. The Roche Children’s Walk activities are always interesting, unique, and showcase the solidarity of all employees to make an impact on children in need.”

With strong spirit and commitment, Roche continues to strive to make a positive impact on children worldwide and help create a better future for them.

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About Roche
Roche is a pioneer in the pharmaceutical and diagnostics industry worldwide, focusing on advancing science to improve patients’ lives. The combination of pharmaceutical and diagnostics strengths under one roof has made Roche one of the leaders in personalized healthcare – a strategy aimed at providing the right treatment solution for each patient. Roche is the world’s largest biotech company, with cutting-edge treatments in oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, eye diseases, and central nervous system disorders. Roche is also the leading company for in-vitro diagnostics, tissue-based cancer diagnostics, and a pioneer in diabetes management.

Founded in 1896, Roche continuously seeks better ways to prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases, contributing sustainably to global health. More than 30 medicines developed by Roche are included in the World Health Organization’s Model List of Essential Medicines, including antibiotics, antimalarials, and cancer medicines. For eleven consecutive years, Roche has been recognized as one of the most sustainable companies in the Pharmaceutical Industry by the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI).

The Roche Group, headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, operates in over 100 countries and in 2019 employed more than 98,000 people worldwide. In 2019, Roche invested over CHF 11.7 billion in R&D and achieved sales of CHF 61.5 billion. Genentech, in the United States, is wholly owned by the Roche Group. Roche is also the majority shareholder in Chugai, Japan.

For more information, visit www.roche.com | www.roche.co.id.

About YKAKI
Founded in 1994, Yayasan Kasih Anak Kanker Indonesia (YKAKI) is one of two organizations exclusively dedicated to advocating for and supporting children with cancer. Since its inception, YKAKI has supported thousands of children affected by cancer by providing housing, education, transportation, and ensuring children undergoing treatment continue their therapy. YKAKI also continuously raises public awareness about childhood cancer issues.

For more information, please contact:
Audina Sheila Larassati
Corporate Communications Value Partner
audina_sheila.larassati@roche.com
 

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This publication is authored by and reflected the views and opinion of PT Roche Indonesia. More information about PT Roche Indonesia is available on www.roche.co.id.

This publication is authored by and reflected the views and opinion of Koltiva. More information about Koltiva is available on www.koltiva.com.

• Consumers have taken significant steps to safeguard the planet. Remarkably, more than 60% of consumers aimed to create a positive environmental impact. Challenges such as affordability and distrust pose significant barriers to sustainable shopping purchases. (Source: Euromonitor International).
• Greenwashing can lead to a loss of consumer loyalty, trust, and satisfaction with products. 48% of consumers indicated a willingness to scale back purchases from brands that fall short of sustainability promises, and 14% would never but their product/service again (Source: Shift-Sustainability).

Jakarta, Wednesday, 12th June 2024 – A profound change in consumer habits is taking center stage. Today’s consumers have evolved beyond mere purchasers; they are informed decision-makers who value the environmental, societal, and economic impacts of their buying decisions. This movement towards conscious consumption has become increasingly popular in recent years as consumers become more aware of the adverse effects of consumerism on the environment and society. In recent years, more consumers have strived to make a positive impact with their purchases, choosing brands that uphold ethical and sustainable practices such as fair trade, against forced and child labor, deforestation-free sourcing, and implementation of Good Agriculture Practices. In fact, over 64% of consumers tried to positively impact the environment through their everyday actions (Source: Euromonitor International).

Leading this charge is KoltiTrace SHOP, the foremost eCommerce destination in Indonesia for sustainable shoppers, powered by KOLTIVA (Indonesia-based sustainable agriculture and supply chain traceability startup operating in 61 countries worldwide). It stands as a beacon for this evolving trend, offering conscious consumers easy access to ethically sourced goods crafted through responsible and sustainable practices.

Unsustainable consumption habits are contributing to environmental degradation and unethical production practices. The demand for cheap, readily available goods often leads businesses to resort to harmful methods that lead to deforestation, extreme weather events, and labor exploitation. These practices not only deplete natural resources but also undermine the rights and livelihoods of communities. The urgency for consumers to support ethical and sustainable production has never been clearer. The time to act is now. It’s time to shop sustainably and consume consciously.

Sustainability is not just a selling point or added value; but an essential ingredient for shaping a better tomorrow. Brands and businesses that neglect sustainable product development and responsible sourcing or engage in greenwashing face missing out on the rising demand for ethical consumption that prioritizes minimizing environmental and social harm. Greenwashing can lead to a loss of consumer loyalty, trust, and satisfaction with products. 48% of consumers indicated a willingness to scale back purchases from brands that fall short of sustainability promises, and 14% would never buy their product/service again (Source: Shift-Sustainability).

Therefore, businesses must adopt transparent procedures and ensure traceability throughout their supply chains to sidestep greenwashing and maintain credibility. This entails thorough supply chain verification and traceable transactions to ensure that every stage, from sourcing raw materials to delivering the final product, upholds sustainable and ethical norms. By wholeheartedly committing to sustainable initiatives and fostering clear communication, brands can cultivate consumer trust, showcasing their products as genuinely eco-conscious, and socially accountable.

In response to this consumer trend, KoltiTrace SHOP offers mindful consumers affordable access to trusted items produced through responsible and sustainable practices via www.koltitraceshop.com. Each product is guaranteed to be free from environmental harm and social exploitation, ensuring no links to deforestation or forced and child labor during production. With a commitment to transparency, KoltiTrace SHOP eliminates greenwashing by providing 100% traceability for every product. Consumers can simply scan the QR code to track the origin and production process, giving them confidence that their purchases align with their values and contribute to a more sustainable and ethical world.

Reiterating the importance of sustainability and conscious consumerism, KoltiTrace SHOP introduces Eco-Conscious Week. The initiative not only highlights local brands committed to sustainability but also emphasizes the power of responsible consumption through a hyperlocal community-driven initiative. This initiative showcases and supports products that are deeply rooted in their local communities, emphasizing sustainability and social responsibility. Featured products include JIKA Chocolate, an artisan and sustainable chocolate bar 100% made in Indonesia, and āluān, a woman-led social enterprise producing sustainable raw virgin coconut oil. Other notable products available on KoltiTrace SHOP include Aceh Gayo Arabica Coffee from SUGATA Coffee, Flores Manggarai Arabica Coffee from local producers in East Nusa Tenggara, Coconut Sugar from Kulonprogo Yogyakarta (Geographical Indication Certified), Amed Sea Salt from Bali, Java Preanger Tea from Bandung Selatan, and Trigona Honey from East Belitong. By choosing these products, consumers are making a difference.

Manfred Borer, CEO and Co-Founder of KOLTIVA, highlights the significant benefits of choosing KoltiTrace SHOP. “This solution not only helps businesses implement transparent supply chain practices and demonstrate a commitment to ethical sourcing and responsible business practices, but also attracts consumers who prioritize these values in their purchasing decisions. Equipped with a robust traceability platform, KoltiTrace MIS, a product by KOLTIVA, businesses can provide digital tags in the form of QR codes that consumers can scan for supply chain details, ensuring their goods are traceable and free from deforestation and labor exploitation. It also enables consumers to directly contribute and make an impact by appreciating smallholder producers and tipping them through Tip the Producers feature. By emphasizing these benefits, we aim to promote sustainable production and trade, and attract more businesses and consumers to our platform,” said Borer.

He added that implementing a transparent supply chain with a traceability platform is crucial for businesses to prove their commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing. Businesses can also increase consumer trust by obtaining sustainable certifications to showcase their commitment to sustainable practices, sourcing products locally to reduce their carbon footprint and support local producers. Conscious consumption entails making purchasing decisions with a heightened awareness of their environmental and societal impacts.

“Eco Conscious Week is a ‘Hyperlocal Community-Driven Initiative’ aimed at raising public awareness about the importance of shopping sustainably and consuming consciously. By promoting conscious consumerism, the movement empowers individuals to choose products that do not harm the environment or society. It also highlights the necessity for businesses to adopt responsible practices, ensuring proven traceability and avoiding greenwashing. Eco Conscious Week strives to inspire both consumers and businesses to contribute to a more sustainable world through informed choices and ethical practices,” Borer added.

Echoing on the importance of traceable supply chain to ensure sustainability, Jane Dunlop, CEO at āluān, also points out the significance for more businesses to adopt traceability systems in the future. “Working with KOLTIVA, we have set up full traceability so that when people buy our product, they can trace all the way to the farm and the producers where it originated. That really brings the work that we are doing with producers and environment to the buyers. This is the most important tool we have for sustainability,” said Jane during Eco-Conscious Talks, one of the Eco-Conscious Week sessions.

KoltiTrace SHOP, a product by KOLTIVA, hosted Eco-Conscious Week, a hyperlocal community-driven initiative to promote sustainable shopping and conscious consumerism. The event, featuring environmentally conscious individuals and purpose-driven brands, including Jika Chocolat, āluān, Rappo Indonesia, and Slow Fashion Indonesia, aimed to inspire individuals and businesses to adopt ethical practices and make informed choices that benefit the communities, environment and society.

The initiative also aims to advocate for conscious consumerism, sustainable lifestyles, and community empowerment. It concluded with a community event in Jakarta during Car Free Day event amplifying the message to the public through activities in collaboration with Rappo Indonesia and Gerakan KeBIKEan to promote sustainable living habits, conscious consumption, community inclusion and empowerment. Through these efforts, KOLTIVA hopes to inspire lasting positive change in consumer behavior and sustainable business practices.

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About KoltiTrace SHOP
KoltiTrace SHOP is Indonesia’s first eCommerce platform offering traceable and ethically produced goods, from Seed to Table. We empower consumers to become changemakers through the sustainable shopping experience with exceptional local brands, enhancing producers’ livelihoods, reducing poverty, and caring for the planet. Backed by Koltiva’s robust technology ecosystem in digitizing global supply chains, KoltiTrace SHOP ensures that every purchase supports fair trade, empowers producers, and promotes ethical practices, fostering sustainable development and meaningful earnings for rural communities.
We curate high-quality, environmentally sustainable goods from local brands dedicated to ethical business practices. Our commitment to minimal ecological impact is reflected in our carefully selected, sustainably produced goods. Make an empowered purchasing decision with KoltiTrace SHOP—where every purchase makes a positive difference.

About Koltiva
Offering human-centered technology and boots-on-the-ground solutions that digitize agribusinesses and help smallholder producers transition to sustainable practices and traceable sourcing, KOLTIVA is recognized as the leading Indonesia-based sustainable agriculture and supply chain traceability startup. As a global technology provider, it constructs ethical, transparent, and sustainable supply chains, assisting enterprises in fortifying their resilience and transparency. The company helps businesses, and their suppliers comply with ever-changing regulations and consumer demands worldwide with traceability solutions. Operating in more than 61 countries and fortified by a network of 16 customer support offices and 1,071 employees, Koltiva is steadfast in supporting over 9,700 enterprises in establishing transparent and robust supply chains while empowering over 1,300,000 producers to increase their annual income. www.koltiva.com

Press Contacts:

Vega Welingutami

Senior Public Relations and Event Officer
+62 878-7643-2821
vega.welingutami@koltiva.com

Daniel Prasetyo

Head of Public Relations & Corporate Communication
+62 8111 67 1919
daniel.prasetyo@koltiva.com

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This publication is authored by and reflected the views and opinion of Koltiva. More information about Koltiva is available on www.koltiva.com.

This publication is authored by and reflected the views and opinion of PT SKF Industrial Indonesia. More information about PT SKF Industrial Indonesia is available on www.skf.com. 

In today’s fast-paced world, the need for a harmonious work-life balance has never been more critical, especially for parents striving to excel in their careers while raising a family. Recognizing this essential need, SKF Indonesia has taken a significant step forward by inaugurating new nursery rooms, aptly named “Bintang Kecil” which translates to “Little Stars”, at both our factory and sales office. This initiative exemplifies our commitment to providing a supportive environment that caters to the well-being of our employees and their families.

A Commitment to Women Empowerment

The establishment of the nursery rooms symbolizes our progressive stance on work-life balance and our dedication to the families that contribute to our success, especially working mothers, in managing their careers alongside the joys and challenges of parenthood. The facilities are designed to offer a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment for the children of our employees, ensuring peace of mind for parents while they contribute to our success.

By providing this essential service, we aim to alleviate the stress associated with balancing professional responsibilities and family life, thereby enhancing job satisfaction and retention. It’s a step towards promoting gender equality, encouraging more women to pursue their career ambitions with the support infrastructure they need.

The inauguration of the nursery, led by Mukund Vasudevan, President, Industrial Region India and Southeast Asia, and Managing Director, SKF India, alongside the entire RMT team, marks a significant milestone in our journey towards empowering women and supporting working parents.

In light of this momentous occasion, Satheswaran Mayachandran, Country MD Indonesia & Head of Strategy and Product Management ISEA, shared his thoughts:

“As we celebrate the opening of our new nursery, we reaffirm our pledge to empower women and enhance work-life balance. This initiative is more than just a facility; it’s a reflection of our core values and our promise to support our employees in every aspect of their lives. We believe that a supportive workplace is the cornerstone of innovation and productivity, and we are proud to lead by example.”

The SKF Indonesia nursery represents a significant step forward in our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the contributions of all our team members. We are excited for the positive impact this initiative will have on our employees and their families.

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This publication is authored by and reflected the views and opinion of PT SKF Industrial Indonesia. More information about PT SKF Industrial Indonesia is available on www.skf.com. 

This publication is authored by and reflected the views and opinion of PT Integrity Indonesia. More information about PT Integrity Indonesia is available on www.integrity-indonesia.com.

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In today’s highly competitive market, businesses constantly seek innovative ways to ensure exceptional service while safeguarding their reputation. One effective strategy is mystery shopping, a practice that offers invaluable insights into service quality and adherence to operational standards. Not only does it serve as a tool for performance evaluation, but it also plays a pivotal role in identifying and mitigating fraudulent activities that can jeopardize a company’s financial health and credibility.

As the name suggests, this activity is conducted covertly by trained investigators or mystery shoppers who pose as regular customers. How does mystery shopping uncover fraudulent activities? One approach is through product purchase tests, frequently conducted both online and offline.

Detecting Fraudulent Activities

In the effort to uncover fraudulent activities, product purchase tests often serve as scenarios where companies task mystery shoppers to buy specific items. Through these purchases, companies can evaluate employee behaviour in serving customers, their adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and identify gaps in internal oversight at their outlets. From various indicators, potentially fraudulent activities can be detected.

1. Direct Observation of Procedures

Mystery shoppers can observe and report whether employees follow the procedures during transactions. For example, SOPs may require cashiers to provide purchase receipts to customers after each transaction.

Hence, it’s common to see signs at cashier counters stating “Free, if no receipt”. Receipts not only serve as proof of purchase but also offer additional benefits to customers, such as loyalty programs or discounts for future transactions.

2. Transactions Verification, Discount Monitoring, and Promotions

Mystery shoppers can note transaction details, including amounts paid and change received, then compare this data with the receipt to ensure no discrepancies.

For instance, in a case, a cashier provided a receipt to a customer, but there was a discrepancy between the items purchased and those listed on the receipt, even though the amount paid matched what was stated. Such findings could indicate fraud.

Moreover, mystery shoppers can also check whether discounts and promotions are applied correctly. If employees offer unauthorized discounts or exploit promotions for personal gain, it can be reported as fraudulent behaviour.

Therefore, companies need to conduct further investigations to determine whether these discrepancies were intentional or the result of human error.

3. Observing Internal Oversight Gaps

Internal control plays an important role in ensuring operational compliance and reducing the potential for fraud. In another case, for instance, at a fast-food outlet, their SOP stipulates that food served must be kept in the food warmer holding cabinet for only a few hours to maintain quality. However, each outlet also has targets to minimize food wastage.

In this case, the findings from mystery shopping revealed that the quality of the food served did not meet expectations. With such findings, the company should initiate a thorough investigation, exploring the potential shortcomings in internal controls at their outlets.

Focus on findings and investigation

Prioritizing findings and investigations are crucial in the ongoing activities of mystery shopping programs.

Findings may not always be directly conclusive evidence, but often the information recorded in reports can serve as valuable clues for companies to conduct further investigations. This allows companies to take appropriate and decisive steps to protect their assets, enhance integrity, and improve service quality for their customers.

This publication is authored by and reflected the views and opinion of PT Integrity Indonesia. More information about PT Integrity Indonesia is available on www.integrity-indonesia.com.

This publication is authored by and reflected the views and opinion of PT Integrity Indonesia. More information about PT Integrity Indonesia is available on www.integrity-indonesia.com.

Since the introduction of Indonesia’s Personal Data Protection (PDP) law in October 2022 and its impending full implementation in October 2024, companies throughout the nation are grappling with the complexities of data protection. This shift brings about various challenges, spanning legal, operational, and financial aspects.

Amidst the landscape, PT Integrity Indonesia takes strides to safeguard our clients’ personal data by appointing certified Data Protection Officers (DPOs) to oversee a range of services, including Employment Background Screening, Whistleblowing System, and Due Diligence .

Their role is pivotal in ensuring the proper management of entrusted personal information, covering security, confidentiality, legality, and personal consent as mandated by law.

As of February 2024, only 570 DPOs are certified in Indonesia, and we take pride in being part of this selected group.

Rest assured, your data security is our top priority. We are unwavering in our commitment to protecting your information and ensuring compliance with the highest standards of data privacy and security.

Contact PT Integrity Indonesia for more information: contact@integrity-asia.com

This publication is authored by and reflected the views and opinion of PT Integrity Indonesia. More information about PT Integrity Indonesia is available on www.integrity-indonesia.com.

Jakarta, 24 April 2024, marks another example of private-sector cooperation in vocational education and training. Indonesia SwissCham members, part of the Structured Internship program, gathered in an Industrial Round Table Discussion and had a relaxing yet fruitful discussion about the best practices and what to improve. 

During the discussion, PT Koltiva Indonesia shared their invaluable experience of hosting a Structured Internship. BPSDMI—Ministry of Industry and Indonesia SwissCham’s partner, S4C – Swisscontact, were also shared invaluable insight that immensely helpful for Indonesia SwissCham members.

The discussion was also participated by PT Givaudan Indonesia, PT Bühler Indonesia, PT Endress+Hauser Indonesia, PT Indesso Aroma, and PT ABB Sakti Industri. The never-ending support from State Secretariat for Economic Affairs – SECO also added more color to the discussion.

Indonesia SwissCham, supported by S4C, is committed to facilitating our members in implementing the Structured Internship Program.

For more information, please visit https://swisscham.or.id/program/structured-internship-support  

This publication is authored by and reflected the views and opinion of Koltiva. More information about Koltiva is available on www.koltiva.com.

Effective from December 30th, 2024, EU businesses are obligated to comply with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), ensuring products do not contribute to deforestation. Compliance entails adhering to land-use rights, forest management, labor, tax, and human rights laws and providing a due diligence statement. (European Commission)

Indonesia-based sustainable agriculture and supply chain traceability startup, KOLTIVA, draws on over 11 years of expertise supporting over 8,000 businesses across 61 countries, now introduces its EUDR Solutions, featuring three distinct modular approaches: KoltiTrace, a platform for traceability; KoltiSkills, which offers extension services to promote sustainable sourcing practices; and Data Verification, delivering expertise solutions for comprehensive EUDR analysis reports.

Jakarta, Tuesday 16^th April 2024 – Globally, extensive deforestation and degradation of forests have imposed tremendous pressure on forest landscapes. A recent study dated between 2010 and 2015 from IDH The Sustainable Trade Initiative mentions roughly 122.29 million hectares (Mha) of tree cover were lost – representing around 5% of the total area covered by natural forests in 2010. Beyond the immediate socio-economic and environmental consequences of this transformation, deforestation and land-use changes stand as the second-largest human-induced source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, significantly contributing to climate change. The European Union emerged is one of the major importers of commodities linked to deforestation: over 60% of the world’s cocoa and approximately 50% of coffee being directed to Europe. Simultaneously, cocoa and coffee constitute 2 out of 7 agricultural commodities that played a role in contributing to over 25% of the global tree cover loss between 2001 and 2015, per the World Resources Institute in 2022.

KOLTIVA, a global tech leader with over 11 years of experience in sustainable agriculture and supply chain traceability across 61 countries, launched its groundbreaking EUDR Solutions. These solutions are tailored for businesses seeking EUDR compliance, which mandates rigorous Due Diligence. This process includes extensive Data Collection on product origins, including specific geolocation data, ensuring products are deforestation-free and compliant with local laws. Risk assessments consider factors like country risk levels and forest presence. Additionally, businesses are required to implement Risk Mitigation measures such as audits and supplier support. Finally, the Regulation necessitates annual public reporting on due diligence systems and maintaining related documentation for at least five years.

In response to regulatory pressures, KOLTIVA expanded its solutions to assist businesses through a modular approach based on its KoltiTrace MIS (Management Information System). This robust producer mapping and traceability platform offers a scalable solution for independent suppliers to meet the forthcoming EUDR regulations. Additionally, KOLTIVA’s extension services, KoltiSkills, also provide solutions for processors and manufacturers needing more field staff or third-party assistance. These services include sustainable supply chain mapping, transactional traceability support, and risk mitigation services in the field. The latest addition to KOLTIVA’s modular approach for EUDR solutions is Data Verification. This solution enables manufacturers to independently verify their supply chain data for suppliers using another platform solution, or KoltiTrace, for supply chain mapping without utilizing KoltiSkills services. Data is evaluated based on completeness, quality, and EUDR compliance. Sample verification visits are available upon request.

Manfred Borer, CEO and Co-Founder of KOLTIVA, discussed the EUDR compliance journey in a recent conversation, stating, “We view that the EUDR is more than a regulation; it’s a mission, a key element of the European Green Deal, driving climate neutrality by 2050. By adhering to the regulation, businesses contribute to the global fight against deforestation, a significant factor in climate change and biodiversity loss. With the deadline approaching in less than a year, we reaffirm our commitment to assisting businesses in achieving compliance. We stand ready to provide expertise, technology, and services to ensure regulatory adherence while concurrently fostering a sustainable future.”

Borer stated, “Today signifies a significant milestone in our journey towards a greener, more sustainable future. With the launch of our state-of-the-art EUDR solutions, KOLTIVA is fully committed to helping businesses comply with and combat deforestation with our dependable and adaptable modular methods that go beyond traceability. We’re empowering businesses with essential tools to effortlessly navigate EU regulations on deforestation, utilizing our robust traceability platform, KoltiTrace, extension services for sustainable sourcing through KoltiSkills, and expert solutions for comprehensive EUDR analysis reports, Data Verification.“

The regulation mandates compliance from over 50,000 businesses that import or process any of the key seven commodities, including Palm Oil, Cocoa, Coffee, Rubber, Wood, Soy, Cattle, and derivatives such as leather and furniture. Additionally, non-EU companies heavily involved in EU activities are required to adhere to these regulations. KOLTIVA is committed to support meticulous compliance process from supply chain mapping & risk assessment, verifying supply chains connections, training and monitoring, deforestation mapping, risk mitigation, to the due diligence report. 

KoltiTrace MIS platform enables processors with Supply Chain Mapping and Risk Assessment, ensuring comprehensive producer compliance. It streamlines recording supply chain connections and offers expert field implementation support for businesses lacking resources. To ensure traceable transactions, KOLTIVA Verifies Supply Chain Connections from plantations to processors, collaborates with local stakeholders (dealers, agents, collectors) to document traceability by registering transactions from mapped farmers. KOLTIVA reviews transactional data to identify new and mapped farmers within supply chains.

Segregation Training and Monitoring play a vital role in EUDR compliance. Koltiva’s Field Agent Business Support (FABS) offers training and monitoring at the dealer level to ensure proper implementation, compliance, risk mitigation, and transparency. Koltiva’s remote sensing expertise and robust traceability platform and Deforestation Maps provide historical data on tree cover loss, enabling in-depth analysis and enhancing the accuracy of deforestation detection and monitoring.

KOLTIVA provides Risk Mitigation initiatives, such as personalized farmer coaching and support in obtaining land legality. Through data-driven one-on-one coaching, it focuses on EUDR non-compliant or flagged farmers, guiding farm development plans and accelerating the adoption of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP).

Due diligence is integral to EUDR compliance, which the KoltiTrace platform streamlines by automatically generating due diligence statements for processors and their main suppliers. These tools provide evidence for compliance submissions, guaranteeing transparency and accountability across the supply chain.

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About Koltiva

Offering human-centered technology and boots-on-the-ground solutions that digitize agribusinesses and help smallholder producers transition to sustainable practices and traceable sourcing, KOLTIVA is recognized as the leading Indonesia-based sustainable agriculture and supply chain traceability startup. As a global technology provider, it constructs ethical, transparent, and sustainable supply chains, assisting enterprises in fortifying their resilience and transparency. The company helps businesses and their suppliers comply with ever-changing regulations and consumer demands worldwide with traceability solutions. Operating in more than 61 countries and fortified by a network of 16 customer support offices, Koltiva is steadfast in supporting over 8,000 enterprises in establishing transparent and robust supply chains while empowering over 1,170,000 producers to increase their annual income. www.koltiva.com 

Press contacts 

This publication is authored by and reflected the views and opinion of Koltiva. More information about Koltiva is available on www.koltiva.com. 

This publication is authored by and reflected the views and opinion of PT Integrity Indonesia. More information about PT Integrity Indonesia is available on www.integrity-indonesia.com.

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In 2016, France enacted Loi Sapin II, positioning itself as one of the early adopters of whistleblowing legislation within the European Union. The primary focus of this law is to combat corruption and bribery within French companies.

Sapin II has left a significant and enduring impact on French anti-corruption law. It introduced a stricter regulatory framework and fostered a more responsible business environment. This advancement is noteworthy, especially considering that prior to Loi Sapin II, France faced criticism for lagging behind other EU countries in addressing these issues.

One of the key provisions of the law mandates the establishment of an internal reporting mechanism within organizations. This mechanism, often referred to as the whistleblowing system, aims to facilitate the easy and safe disclosure of potential misconduct or breaches of the code of conduct by employees.

Similar to anti-corruption laws in other jurisdictions, such as the UK Bribery Act and the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, Loi Sapin II has extraterritorial reach. This implies that organizations meeting its criteria are subject to its provisions irrespective of their geographical location, with Swiss businesses not being exempted.

Navigating Loi Sapin II on whistleblowing practices

The Loi Sapin II mandates the establishment of a whistleblowing hotline for organizations meeting specific criteria, including:

• Corporations with a workforce of at least 50 individuals and municipalities boasting 10,000 or more residents.
• Corporations with gross revenue exceeding EUR 100 million
• Foreign subsidiaries of French groups. Companies affiliated with a group whose parent organization’s headquarters are situated in France and have a global workforce of at least 500 employees

Swiss businesses, irrespective of their geographical location, are subject to anti-corruption regulations if they meet any of the aforementioned criteria. For instance, a Swiss engineering firm operating as a subsidiary of a French construction company must implement an anti-corruption program, which includes a whistleblowing system, covering its international operations.

To enhance the protection of whistleblowers, the “Waserman Law” was enacted the following year. This legislation aligns the nation’s legal framework more closely with the upcoming EU Whistleblower Protection Directive, thereby strengthening safeguards for whistleblowers.

While upholding key elements of Loi Sapin II, this law incorporates additional measures, including strengthening safeguards against retaliation, expanding the definition of whistleblowers, and providing them with career-long support.

Streamlining Compliance with Phoenix Whistleblowing Software

Enforcing anti-corruption laws can pose significant challenges for foreign companies, particularly when establishing robust whistleblowing systems. Substantial investment is required for developing these systems, encompassing initial setup expenses, ongoing expenditures for system maintenance, staff training, and regular evaluations. This array of costs makes adjusting investment levels challenging.

Another hurdle is ensuring the protection of whistleblowers from potential reprisals while maintaining confidentiality during investigations. With laws emphasizing whistleblower protection and compliance with GDPR, companies must employ secure platforms capable of handling sensitive information. Failure to do so can lead to severe consequences, including damage to reputation and financial penalties.

Furthermore, language barriers further complicate matters. Effectively managing cross-border operations necessitates efficient communication systems capable of accommodating various languages. This underscores the importance of having user interfaces accessible in multiple languages to facilitate a smooth whistleblowing process. Unfortunately, integrating extensive language support into existing frameworks demands significant time and resources.

Addressing these challenges head-on, Phoenix Whistleblowing, a secure Software as a Service (SaaS), offers customizable and multilingual platforms with support for over 50 languages. With Swiss-grade security measures in place, Phoenix Whistleblowing caters to a diverse array of stakeholders, whether you’re a small entity, a multinational corporation, or a consultant working on behalf of clients.

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This publication is authored by and reflected the views and opinion of PT Integrity Indonesia. More information about PT Integrity Indonesia is available on www.integrity-indonesia.com.

On 16 December 2018, Indonesia and the EFTA States signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IE-CEPA), which went into force on 1 November 2021.

To raise awareness and maximize the benefits of the Agreement, the Embassy of Switzerland in Indonesia and Indonesia SwissCham Ease of Doing Business Sectoral Group held a forum discussion on IE-CEPA Implementation on 26 March 2024 at the Embassy of Switzerland in Indonesia. Led by Khalid Ibrahim, SwissCham Head of Ease of Doing Business Sectoral Group and President Director of Novartis Indonesia, the forum discussion featured experts (online) from Switzerland:

• Dominik Ledergerber, Senior Advisor EFTA Division of the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs
• Claudia Brand, Deputy Head Free Trade Agreements of Swiss Customs

Indonesia SwissCham is grateful to H.E. Olivier Zehnder, Ambassador of Switzerland to Indonesia, Timor-Leste, and ASEAN, for hosting the sharing session at the Embassy.

Watch the recap on our LinkedIn and Instagram.

This publication is authored by and reflects the views and opinions of Lam Horas Film.

Making Invisible Hopes Come True

For Children Who Are Born And Raise Behind Prison Bars In Indonesia.

“Every child has the right to live in a free world, protected, loved, and happy. Not living behind prison bars and being treated like a prisoner.”

(Lamtiar Simorangkir, Director / Producer film “Invisible Hopes”)

Unfortunately, the harsh truth is that many children had to be born in Indonesian prisons or brought to prison and then live alongside their inmate mothers who are serving their sentences and are being treated like prisoners.

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Our Mission

In Indonesia, not many people know about or pay attention to these children. Lamtiar Simorangkir, along with her filmmaker community named Lam Horas Film, felt compelled to help pregnant inmates, especially children who are born and raised behind prison bars. Therefore, they have made a documentary film titled “Invisible Hopes.” The film takes a closer look at the lives of pregnant inmates and the children behind prison bars. Through this film, they hope to raise awareness and move the hearts of society and the Government to pay more attention to pregnant inmates, especially children behind prison bars.

They hope that the film can open a safe space for discussions in order to find better solutions. Therefore, this film was made as an impact campaign tool to raise awareness and advocacy for the rights of children and pregnant prisoners in Indonesia. The film was not made to vilify certain people or certain parties nor to blame them.

Awards

“Invisible Hopes” has won the most prestigious film festival in Indonesia, Festival Film Indonesia, and also Piala Maya, for categories of Best Feature Documentary and Best Directing for First Feature Film. During the awarding night of Festival Film Indonesia, when the Director/ Producer of “Invisible Hopes,” Lamtiar Simorangkir, was receiving the award, she asked everyone who attended and watched the event throughout Indonesia even boldly asked President Joko Widodo, who attended the event, to do something to save the children who are born and raise behind prison bars.

Award night and news coverage:

https://youtu.be/STbwu9LwAag

https://youtu.be/ytrbzTPhVaQ

What Has Been Done

Since the shooting in 2018, Lam Horas Film has started to raise awareness and impact campaigns for pregnant inmates and children in prison. Currently, they have succeeded in reaching thousands of Indonesian people and related stakeholders. Through film screenings and discussions, lectures, and talk shows, they informed about the existence and challenges faced by pregnant prisoners and children in prison. Then, encourage the society and Human Rights Commissions to take part in helping and fulfilling their rights. The most important thing is to remind the Government that there are children who are the future of our nation who have become invisible victims in adult prisons that need to be saved, and that is the responsibility of the Government.

So far, Lam Horas Film has successfully carried out an impact campaign roadshow in 17 provinces in Indonesia and even abroad. The Impact Campaign roadshow has succeeded in producing recommendations and has been submitted to 8 Governmental institutions. They have also tried to help provide for the daily needs of babies and pregnant and breastfeeding mothers in prison.

Submission of recommendation to Government event: https://youtu.be/4WroqlN1nps

What’s Now?

Currently, Lam Horas Film is continuing its impact campaign and advocacy. This is done by following up on recommendations that have been submitted to the Government and building multi-stakeholder networks to jointly carry out concrete follow-up advocacy. Lam Horas Film is also making a sequel film that will uncover the heartbreaking reality of these children’s lives after they leave prison. This second film also will be used as an impact campaign and advocacy tool. They are also continuing to help provide for the needs of children and mothers in prison.

Who We Are

Lam Horas Film is a volunteer-based filmmaker community that makes films independently to raise important issues with the goal of bringing better change in Indonesia and hopefully also around the globe. They also have made other films that raised important issues, especially regarding women’s rights, children’s rights, and tolerance in Indonesia.

What We Are Looking For

In carrying out every activity, Lam Horas Film relies on funding assistance from various parties. Currently, we are looking for collaborators, support funding, donations, CSR, sponsorship, etc.