Sustainability Report - FY 2023

Social and societal information Health and Safety

The absenteeism rate was particularly high in 2023 following several observed cases of Covid-19. The frequency rate of accidents at work as well as the severity rate remain quite low, unsurprisingly in the sector of activity.

This policy determines the Exclusive Networks group’s philosophy on flexible working and is implemented and adapted at the local level, to take into account the applicable regulations and the specificities of each company. It can be formalised via teleworking or flexible working agreements in certain geographies where the Group is present, such as the United Kingdom. This policy gives the possibility to agree to fixed and/ or occasional teleworking days, thus allowing up to two teleworking days per week. In 2023, this policy covered all countries in which Exclusive Networks is present with local adaptation where necessary. In addition to enabling a better work-life balance, this policy also helps to limit the travel time and environmental impact of employees’ commuting (see section 3.6 of this Non-Financial Performance Statement). As part of the annual performance evaluation of employees, workload is taken into account in setting goals in order to reconcile professional and personal life, among other things, via the annual satisfaction survey. Arrangement of working time In addition to this hybrid way of working, Exclusive Networks ensures that requests for flexible working time, such as requests for part-time work as well as statutory or personal leave made by employees in compliance with applicable laws and regulations and when activities allow it. Workspace layout: New premises offering space and well-being Major works were undertaken on the premises of the Group’s head office in Boulogne Billancourt in 2023, allowing employees to benefit from completely renovated, larger, more flexible and more collaborative spaces. These spaces offer more places for exchanges, meeting rooms, more open and less formal discussion spaces and teleconferencing equipment in line with teleworking and above all spaces for conviviality. The premises also offer access to a room dedicated to the practice of sports activities. The internal survey, which is carried out every year, measures the level of satisfaction of employees with their workspace. In 2023, it stands at nearly 66%.

Actions implemented Reducing stress at work

As part of its general risk prevention policy, Exclusive Networks is committed to promoting a quality environment for its employees, which reduces psychosocial risks. Through the annual satisfaction survey, Exclusive Networks measures employees’ appreciation of their working conditions and thus detects situations that generate difficulties at work. The major initiative launched in 2023 to better take into account stress at work and the potential need for support and guidance, particularly of a psychological nature, has been the implementation of an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) in all our countries. Local initiatives have also emerged with several tests related to the integration of animals in the workplace known for their positive impact on the body, reducing stress, easing tension and increasing concentration and interaction between colleagues. In the UK, in particular, tests have taken place with the integration of employees’ pets or even the integration of llamas. In the UK, Belgium and the Netherlands, free lunches were also introduced to reduce any financial stress. In addition, a whistleblowing procedure has been introduced and cyberbullying is taken into account (see section 8.2 for more information on the whistleblowing system). Hybrid work Finding a balance between on-site and remote work is essential to ensure work-life balance. The Group always allows employees to work from home as much as possible while preserving time in the office in order to maintain collaboration and strengthen the sense of belonging and teamwork. To this end, in addition to local collective agreements on working conditions, the Group has implemented a global hybrid work policy since 2021, intended to serve as a guide for management and employees alike.

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2023 Sustainability Report