Sonae has a set of tools that facilitate the various interactions across the supply chain, which maximise not only trust but also respect, mutual value creation and quality of exchanged information, in particular: (i) The Code of Conduct for Suppliers defines a set of rules governing the relationship between Sonae and its suppliers, particularly in terms of working conditions, protection and environmental sustainability and quality and product safety; (ii) The Supplier Portal, which is an important channel of communication and one of the primary means for the establishment of a closer relationship, based on quick and easy access to information.