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Materiality Matrix

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Ratings of control or influence reflect Ford's contribution to an issue through its operations and product offerings. Factors that can reduce Ford's control or influence include, among other things, technology limitations, costs and consumer demand.

High Current or Potential Impact on Company
Medium Concern to Stakeholders

Supplier Relationships

Definition of issue

Impact of Ford financial condition on supply chain; management of and cooperation with supply chain; living wage; managing outsourcing; disclosure of Tier 1 suppliers.

Comments

High concern to suppliers; NGOs most interested in living wage issues.

Trend from previous analysis

N/A (no change for living wage)

Level of control or influence

Medium