Supplier Sustainability Leadership

For several years, Ford has recognized supplier companies that demonstrate leadership in environmental and social performance with a corporate responsibility award. Suppliers must meet several criteria, including ISO 14001 certification at all manufacturing sites, full acceptance of Ford's Global Terms and Conditions, and demonstration of overall sustainability leadership by incorporating environmental and social considerations into their business.

In June 2009, Ford selected two winners for the 2008 Corporate Responsibility Recognition of Achievement Award: Hewlett Packard and Michelin North America. The Recognition of Achievement Award is given to suppliers that improve customer satisfaction by leading key initiatives in several areas, including: Corporate Responsibility; New Consumer-Focused Technology; Warranty Improvement; Diversity and Community Service; and Consumer Driven 6-Sigma.