THE MISSION
To drive economic prosperity for people, communities , and businesses by developing an inclusive supply chain.
THE VISION
To create a world class inclusive supply chain that drives a better tomorrow.
SD&I PROGRAM MILESTONES
SD&I PROGRAM MILESTONES
To better align our Supplier Diversity program with Ford’s Diversity & Inclusion program, spend with diverse companies in the following categories are recognized as part of the Supplier Diversity Program: Women, African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, Native Alaskans, Canadian Aboriginal, LGBT People, Veterans, Disabled Veterans, People with Disabilities and Small Businesses.
MINORITY OWNED (MBE)
A Minority Business Enterprise, commonly referred to as an MBE, is an independent business concern owned at least 51% by minority …
MINORITY OWNED BUSINESSES (MBE)
A Minority Business Enterprise, commonly referred to as an MBE, is an independent business concern owned at least 51% by minority (Asian, Black, Hispanic and Native American) individuals who are U.S. citizens. In the case of a publicly-owned business, at least 51% of the stock is owned by one or more such individuals i.e. the management and daily operations are controlled by those minority group members. For more information about MBE certification, visit the National Minority Supplier Development Council’s website at www.nmsdc.org. For Canadian MBEs, visit the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council‘s website at www.camsc.ca
WOMEN OWNED (WBE)
A Women’s Business Enterprise, commonly referred to as a WBE, is an independent business concern that is at least 51% owned and controlled …
WOMEN OWNED BUSINESSES (WBE)
A Women’s Business Enterprise, commonly referred to as a WBE, is an independent business concern that is at least 51% owned and controlled by one or more women who are U.S. citizens or Legal Resident Aliens; whose business formation and principal place of business are in the U.S. or its territories; and whose management and daily operation is controlled by a woman with industry expertise. For more information about WBE certification, visit the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council’s website at www.wbenc.org. For WBEs based outside the U.S, visit WEConnect International’s website at www.weconnectinternational.org
VETERAN OWNED (VBE)
A Veteran Business Enterprise, commonly referred to as a VBE, is an independent business concern that is at least 51% owned and controlled by a veteran …
VETERAN OWNED BUSINESSES (VBE)
A Veteran Business Enterprise, commonly referred to as a VBE, is an independent business concern that is at least 51% owned and controlled by a veteran (having served in the active military, naval or air service and was discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable). For more information about VBE certification, visit the National Veteran Business Development Council’s website at www.nvbdc.org or the Center for Veterans Enterprises at www.va.gov/osdbu. Additional information for veteran owned businesses is available at www.sba.gov/vets and www.sba.gov/reservists
LGBTQ OWNED
A LGBT Business Enterprise, commonly referred to as an LGBTBE, is an independent business concern majority (at least 51%) owned …
LGBTQ OWNED (WBE)
A LGBT Business Enterprise, commonly referred to as an LGBTBE, is an independent business concern majority (at least 51%) owned, operated, managed, and controlled by an LGBT person or persons who are either U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. The Business must exercise independence from any non-LGBT business enterprise, have its principal place of business (headquarters) in the United States and has been formed as a legal entity in the United States. For more information about LGTBE certification, visit the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce’s website at www.nglcc.org
SMALL BUSINESSES
Refer to the Small Business Administration’s, “What is a Small Business” website at www.sba.gov/size/ for help in determining what constitutes …
Small Businesses
Refer to the Small Business Administration’s, “What is a Small Business” website at www.sba.gov/size/ for help in determining what constitutes a small business concern. If you are considered a small, disadvantaged, woman owned, veteran, service-disabled veteran or HUB Zone business and are not registered with the SBA Pro-Net database, please visit the SBA Central Contractor Registration (CCR) site at www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/#1 to self-register. Registration is requested in order for us to identify your company within our subcontracting database and to be certified by the SBA criteria.
DISABILITY OWNED
Disability-owned Business Enterprise, commonly referred to as an DOBE, is an independent business which is 51% owned …
DISABILITY OWNED BUSINESSES (DOBE)
Disability-owned Business Enterprise, commonly referred to as an DOBE, is an independent business which is 51% owned, controlled, operated, and managed by a person(s) with a disability. For more information about DOBE certification, visit the Disability:IN website at www.disabilityin.org
SUPPLIER DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
Supporting and developing a diverse supply chain contributes to strong and sustainable businesses. Through advocacy and relationship building internally and externally, our efforts assist us in making a positive impact to our bottom line and within the communities where our suppliers operate.
Jim Farley
The Plan for Ford Motor Company is underpinned by the value of Caring for Each Other. Our employees, our customer base, dealer network and supply chain are a family where we celebrate our differences. As we work to modernize across our business, we will rely on our diverse supply base to bring fresh ideas and perspectives. A supply base that reflects the diversity of our customer base will be our competitive edge as we work to deliver must-have products and services for our customers. Together, we can leverage our diverse backgrounds and diversity of thought to create a better Company and a better world