Our Social Value Policy
Defines our commitment to creating social, economic, and environmental benefits. It aligns with the National TOMS framework and the Social Value Act 2012.
RiskManage.io is committed to operating with integrity and responsibility. This policy outlines our approach to social value, demonstrating our dedication to ethical business practices and compliance with relevant legislation and best practice standards. Our Social Value Policy Statement is founded on core values and responsible leadership principles, applying to all areas of our business, our employees, and all parties undertaking activity on our behalf. It follows the national TOMS (Themes, Outcomes and Measures) framework and integrates our Sustainability, Environmental, Wellbeing, and local commitments to meet our obligations under the Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012.
RiskManage.io, as part of Viewdeck Engineering Ltd is dedicated to creating a sustainable, inclusive society by actively managing operations to optimise value for the communities in which we work. Social Value is intrinsic to our operations and is managed through a suite of interdependent policies. This policy applies to all employees, associates, secondees, agency staff, and third parties, as well as the goods and services we procure and the solutions we provide to our customers.
Social Value Policy Statement
1. Governance and Accountability
Social Value is managed through a framework that integrates our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy and our Sustainability and Environmental Policy.
- Board Oversight: Accountability and responsibility are maintained at the Board level and flow through agreements into our wider supply chain.
- Stakeholder Responsibility: We remain accountable to our stakeholders, ensuring we take responsibility for the role we play in their lives.
- Best Practice: We develop organisational best practices to ensure our activities create meaningful value through outcomes for all stakeholders.
2. Collaboration and Innovation
We are committed to continually improving our products and operations for the benefit of our customers and local communities.
- Partnerships: We collaborate with customers, peers, partners, academia, and local communities, specifically partnering with voluntary groups, charities, and social enterprises.
- Targeted Initiatives: We support initiatives aligned with global, national, and regional objectives, implementing social value through our workforce and supply chains.
3. Coequality and Workforce Development
We ensure everyone has equal opportunities to grow through training and personal development.
- Workforce Diversity: We promote diversity by targeting under-represented groups and communities.
- Entry-Level Opportunities: We provide accessible employment and training for local people to develop future talent.
- Competence and Skills: We upskill our workforce through structured training and implement educational programmes to promote industry skills and Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) principles.
4. Championing Local Economies
We are committed to creating opportunities for small businesses and franchisees.
- SME Access: We promote accessible entry-level opportunities for local SMEs.
- Capability Building: We support SMEs to improve their business performance, resilience, and capability.
5. Community Wellbeing and Recovery
We involve and empower communities to recover from the impacts of Covid-19 and foster a better environment for all.
- Neighbourhood Responsibility: We act as a "good neighbour," promoting social interaction and involving people in decisions that affect them.
- Health Advocacy: We take action to support the physical and mental health of employees and influence our suppliers and customers to do the same.
- Resilience: We support voluntary and social enterprise groups to help communities help themselves.
6. Climate and Environmental Responsibility
As detailed in our Sustainability and Environmental Policy, we are committed to reducing our impact on air, land, and water.
- Net Zero Operations: We implement practices to reduce carbon in our operations and work with our supply chain to deliver net-zero emissions.
- Resource Responsibility: We use water and materials responsibly, support the circular economy, and implement responsible procurement to reduce pollution, noise, and nuisance.
Digitisation, Automation, and AI Integration
In 2026, RiskManage.io enhances social value delivery through digital innovation:
- Performance Tracking: We define social value objectives and track performance using recognised performance measures and digitised data analysis.
- AI-Driven Impact Assessment: We utilise AI to assess risks, opportunities, and potential impacts, ensuring our dialogue with communities is transparent and meaningful.
- Automated Reporting: We capture and share learning and best practices through automated systems to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement in social value outcomes.
Governance and Agreement
This Social Value Policy is fully supported by the Board and has been agreed with employee representatives.
Approved by: CEO Gary Seymour, September 2022 (Reviewed February 2026).
Questions or Concerns
If you have questions about this policy or how it applies to your interactions with RiskManage.io, please contact us for clarification and support.