Commercial Supply Chain Clause Samples

Commercial Supply Chain. Siemens supports internationally recognized initiatives to secure the commercial supply chain (e.g., C-TPAT, WCO SAFE Framework of Standards) so as to assure freight and or merchandise is not compromised contrary to law. Therefore, SUPPLIER must implement reasonable security control standards to ensure integrity and correctness of merchandise and accompanying commercial documentation relative to the Siemens transaction. SUPPLIER must reasonably address the following disciplines when delivering merchandise to the Buyer. Procedural Security: Procedures should be in place to protect against un-manifested materials being introduced into the supply chain. Physical & Access Security: SUPPLIER’s facilities should be safeguarded to resist unlawful entry and protect against outside intrusion. Adequate measures should be considered for positively identifying employees, visitors, and vendors and to prevent unauthorized access to information technology systems. Education and Training Awareness: A security awareness program should be provided to employees covering cargo integrity, determining and addressing unauthorized access and communication protocols for notifying policing agencies when suspected or known illegal activities are present. Conveyance Security: SUPPLIER should implement reasonable steps to protect against the introduction of unauthorized personnel and materials in conveyance (e.g., containers, trucks, drums, etc.) destined to Siemens. If as a result of facilitating a shipment to Siemens, SUPPLIER suspects a supply chain security breach or concern after the dispatch from its facility, SUPPLIER is obligated to notify Siemens immediately.