Whistleblower Policy

The Whistleblower Policy is intended to provide the Institute's employees with a safe and confidential way to report violations of laws, regulations, or internal policies.

This policy is intended to ensure that whistleblowers are protected from retaliation and that reported violations are properly investigated and addressed.

This policy applies to all employees of the institute as well as to external parties acting on behalf of the institute.

Whistleblowing refers to the reporting of misconduct or violations of laws, regulations, or internal policies by an employee or an external party.

Employees may report violations to the Compliance Department either verbally or in writing. External parties may report violations to the Compliance Department in writing. Reports should be as detailed as possible and include all relevant information.

The Institute is committed to protecting whistleblowers from retaliation. Any form of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation against whistleblowers is strictly prohibited and will result in disciplinary action.

The Compliance Department is responsible for investigating and addressing reported violations. All reports are treated confidentially and investigated appropriately. If necessary, appropriate measures are taken to resolve the reported violation.

Attorney Dr. Jochen Bernhard
Menold Bezler Attorneys at Law, Tax Advisors, and Certified Public Accountants Partnership mbB
Email: vertrauensanwalt-ims-chips@menoldbezler.de
Phone: (0711) 860 40 611
Mailing Address: Stresemannstraße 79, 70191 Stuttgart