Integrity Governance

Comprehensive corporate governance

Comprehensive corporate governance includes a sound Board of Directors, rigorous internal control systems,  and stable financial management. In addition to helping reduce IBASE's operational risks, it also enhances IBASE's  competitiveness and creates brand value. By building a corporate culture based on integrity and responsibility and strictly complying with various laws and regulations to implement ethical business practices, IBASE also operates a sound corporate governance structure to ensure the healthy development of its operations and safeguard the rights and interests of investors and other stakeholders.


IBASE has established its corporate governance system in accordance with the Taiwan Securities and Exchange  Act and relevant regulations, and has provided information relating to operations, finance, the Board of Directors, and shareholders' meetings on the company website and the Market Observation Post System, to ensure that shareholders can obtain the latest relevant company information. 

  • Cybersecurity and Product Security

          IBASE Building Security into Every Stage of the Product Lifecycle


    As industrial systems, edge computing platforms, and connected devices become increasingly integrated, product cybersecurity has become a fundamental requirement for maintaining stable and resilient operations. IBASE incorporates cybersecurity.


    In response to the EU's Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), IBASE has completed the requirements applicable to this stage. From September 11, 2026, some notification obligations will apply. To demonstrate IBASE's commitment to product security design, lifecycle management, and regulatory compliance, IBASE' official website has launched a new "Product Cybersecurity Zone" .


    This zone integrates our cybersecurity strategy, security notification channels, and related regulatory compliance information. Links to the IBASE' website is as follows:

    English website: https://www.ibase.com.tw/en/about/category/Cybersecurity


    Chinese website: https://www.ibase.com.tw/tw/about/category/Cybersecurity


  • IBASE continues to strive to achieve the specific management goals of the Board of Directors diversity policy. In 2023, one female director with an accounting and finance professional background was elected to the Board of Directors.  The Board of Directors currently has 9 directors (including 4 independent directors), with a term of offi ce of 3 years. In accordance with the law, the Board of Directors shall convene at least once every quarter. In 2025, a total of 5 Board of  Directors meetings were held.


    Number

    Position

    Name

    Experience/Education

    Current Position

    1Director
    Chiu-Shi Lin
    Kaohsiung Technical College Electrical Engineering Department; 
    Taiwan Mycomp senior vice president

    Chairman & Chief Strategy Officer, IBASE
    2Director
    Wu-Chun Hsu
    University of Phoenix, Department of Business Administration;
    Chairman & CEO, Technoland Co., Ltd.
    Senior Special Assistant, IBASE
    3Director
    Yu-Nan Chen
    Electronics Division of Sihai Engineering College;
    Manager of R&D Department of Taiwan
    Senior Special Assistant, IBASE
    4Director
    Yung-Shun Chuang
    Ph.D. (Honorary), National Taiwan University of Science  and Technology;
    Chairman, AAEON Technology Inc
    Chairman, AAEON Co., Ltd.
    5Director
    Ying-Chen Li
    Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, National Taiwan  University; Chairman, Litemax Electronics Inc.;
    Chief Strategy Officer,  AAEON Technology Inc.
    Chairman, Litemax Electronics Inc.;
    Chief Strategy Officer, AAEON Co., Ltd.

    6Independent DirectorDing-Bing Lin
    Ph.D. in Electromechanical and Radio, National Taiwan  University;
    Professor, Department of Electronic  Engineering, National Taiwan University  of Science and Technology;
    Professor, Department of Electronic  Engineering, Taipei University  of Technology
    Professor, Department of Electronic Engineering,
    National Taiwan University of Science and Technology

    7Independent DirectorWen-Te Huang
    Master's in Engineering from National Chiao Tung University;       
    CEO of UPGA Safety Inspection and Services Co., Ltd.

    Chief Executive Officer, UPGA Safety Inspection and Services Co., Ltd.
    8Independent Director
    Yu-Ling Lin
    Master's in Accounting, George Washington University;
    Senior VP of Finance and Group CFO at Chicony Electronics Co., Ltd.
    Senior Vice President of
    Finance and Group Chief Financial Officer, Chicony Electronics Co., Ltd.

    9Independent Director
    Ming-Chang HungNational Kaohsiung University of Applied Sciences, Department of Electronic Engineering;
    Business Manager at Clientron Corp;
    Business Rep. at Nanshan Life Insurance Co., Ltd.
    Sales, Nan Shan Life Insurance Co., Ltd.
    Note

     
  •                                                                                    

    Board of Directors Performance Evaluation

    Self-Assessment (Questionnaire)

    2023

    2024

    2025

    Board of Directors

    4.92

    4.92

    4.89

    Board of Directors Members

    4.94

    4.89

    4.94

    Audit Committee

    4.99

    4.92

    4.96

    Remuneration Committee

    5.00

    4.98

    5.00

    Remarks

    1. Self-evaluation questionnaires are conducted annually.
    2. The full score is 5 points.


  • With approval from the Board of Directors, IBASE established a Sustainable Development Committee  in November 2023. In December 2025, the Board of Directors reviewed and approved revisions to the organizational structure, with the Chairman serving as the Chief Sustainability Officer / Chairman. The Sustainable Development Committee formulates sustainable development policies and is responsible for promoting and implementing them within the company, progressively integrating a sustainable business philosophy into IBASE's corporate culture.


    IBASE reports ESG implementation results to the Board of Directors every quarter. The Board of Directors regularly reviews reports from  the Sustainable Development Committee and the Company's sustainability strategies and goals, examines the feasibility of  these strategies and goals, oversees work progress, and directs the Sustainable Development Committee to make strategic  adjustments when necessary. Board meetings in 2025 are scheduled for February 27, 2025 and May 8, 2025 and August 7, 2025 and November 6, 2025 and December 8, 2025.


  • Risk Category

    Risk Description

    Risk Management Strategy

    Sustainable Environment
    Increasing Greenhouse Gas Emission Volume
    1. Since 2023, ISO 14064-1 Greenhouse Gas Emission Inventory Management System has been  introduced to conduct the 2022 organizational carbon inventory, identify major emission sources, and carry out annual organizational carbon inventories. 
    2. Establish carbon reduction targets and greenhouse gas emission reduction management plans.

    Increased Waste  Treatment Volume /  Reduced Recycling Rate
    1. Raw materials must comply with green regulations (RoHS, REACH, etc.) to increase material recycling rates. 
    2. Product packaging design is directed toward simplifi ed designs (e.g. fanless, cableless) to  reduce Waste generation.

    Inability to Effectively  Conserve Energy
    1. Promote office energy-saving measures. 
    2. Carry out related improvement projects for energy-saving through variable-frequency control of air-conditioning pumps. 
    3. Introduce EMS (Energy Management System) for control and management.

    Violation of  Environmental  Protection Regulations
    1. Introduce the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and obtain certifi cation; and  identify environmental regulations to ensure regulatory compliance. 
    2. Conduct regular third-party audits for review.

    Employee Care
    Occurrence of  Occupational Accidents
    1. In accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Act, Fire Safety Management Regulations, Chemical Hazardous Materials Management Regulations, and others, relevant work rules are established to prevent occupational accidents. 
    2. ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System is planned to be introduced in each factory in the future to ensure the continuous and eff ective operation of IBASE’s management systems.

    Excessive Turnover Rate / Labor Shortage
    1. Personnel management regulations such as the Employee Promotion and Transfer Regulations,  Employee Performance Evaluation Regulations, and Employee Reward and Disciplinary Regulations are established to reasonably define remuneration policies and clear and effective reward and disciplinary systems. 
    2. If IBASE achieves its profit targets each year, 1% to 15% will be allocated as employee  compensation incentives.

    On-Site Medical Care
    In accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Act, on-site medical personnel were introduced in 2024. 
    Operation Performance
    Violation of  Socioeconomic and  Regulatory Compliance
    1. Through establishing governance organizations and implementing internal control  mechanisms, ensure that all IBASE personnel and operations comply with relevant laws and  regulations. 
    2. IBASE introduces management systems such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 to ensure effective identification and management of relevant regulations. 

    Information Security  Incidents
    1. IBASE has passed ISO 27001 and established information security operating procedures to regulate the management mechanism for company computer information security, covering computer rooms, networks, email, information application management systems, cyberattack response, and hardware / software asset management. Firewalls are installed, antivirus software  is deployed with automatic updates and virus defi nition updates enabled, and unauthorized illegal software and unknown software are prohibited from installation.
    2. Information application system disaster recovery drills and social engineering exercises are conducted regularly each year to strengthen employees’ information security awareness, enhance email user vigilance, and thereby avoid impacts on network security and information leakage incidents caused by spam and malicious emails.
  • Policy/ Commitment

    1. Optimize global deployment.
    2. Research and develop new products. 
    3. Integrate group resources to create maximum value.

    Targets

    1. Strengthen product planning capabilities and fully grasp market dynamics and product trends. 
    2. R&D focuses on the combination of innovation, speed, and technology to create new products with marketability, forward-looking value, and future potential.
    3. Implement the “Comprehensive Quality Management System,” continuously improve product quality, and strengthen customer service. 
    4. Introduce professional talent, integrate internal resources, and actively promote the sales of system products to increase the proportion of system product sales.
    5. Continue digital transformation, maximize the effectiveness of information management systems, and enhance IBASE’s Operational Performance and competitive advantages.
    6.  Expand production bases and continuously strengthen ODM / JDM order-taking capabilities. The Vietnam factory is expected to be completed and put into production in 2026.

    Resources Invested and Specific Achievements During the Year

    1. R&D expenses invested in 2025: NT$287,142 thousand, accounting for 6.22% of operating revenue, a decline from 6.89% in 2024.
    2. Operating revenue in 2025 increased by 11.22% compared with 2024.
    3. Two new product production lines were added at the Taoyuan Pingzhen Factory.

    (nit: NT$ Thousand)

    Items

    2023

    2024

    2025

    Income

    4,964,574

    4,149,764

    4,615,435

    Operating Cost

    3,851,294

    3,309,366

    3,758,378

    Employee Salarys and Benefits

    693,382

    712,679

    709,424

    Payments to Capital Providers

    1,072,670

    864,810

    671,607

    Income Tax

    276,379

    100,107

    33,644

    Community Investment

    348

    1,502

    900

  • In accordance with the “Regulations Governing Establishment of Internal Control Systems by Public Companies”, IBASE considers the overall operational activities of itself and its subsidiaries to establish an effective internal control  system, and continuously reviews and improves it in response to changes in internal and external environments, ensuring  that the design and implementation of the internal control system remain continuously effective.


    In 2025, the Internal Audit unit carried out audits on a total of 41 internal control operations. There were no major non-conformities, and all non-conformities were improved and closed within the required time limit.


  • IBASE regards regulatory compliance as its foundation and integrity as the highest principle in building its  core corporate values. Based on a spirit of honesty and compliance with the law, it conducts business operations. To ensure that the Business Philosophy of integrity can be thoroughly implemented within IBASE, IBASE has always  attached importance to the moral character of its employees. During the onboarding stage of new employees, the Administration Department introduces IBASE's internal integrity regulations and requires them to sign the “Consent  to Use Personal Data,” “Confi dentiality Commitment,” and “Declaration and Commitment,” in order to cultivate  employees' awareness of integrity. At the same time, management is required to lead by example and strictly follow  integrity principles, thereby shaping IBASE's overall culture of integrity through gradual infl uence.


    At the same time, IBASE has established the “Complaint Management Procedures” and multiple reporting  channels. Stakeholders may submit reports through the ESG section of the IBASE offi cial website or the complaint  mailbox ad_appeal@ibase.com.tw. The Administration Department assigns designated personnel to conduct  investigations. In principle, whistleblowers are required to report under their real names and provide relevant details  of the reported incident, including but not limited to the name of the reported person, time of occurrence, location,  circumstances involved, and supporting evidence. The investigation process shall be handled impartially and kept  strictly confidential. The identity of the whistleblower shall not be disclosed, and IBASE undertakes to protect whistleblowers from improper treatment arising from reporting matters.


    In terms of business interactions, IBASE employees, in the course of performing their duties, shall explain  IBASE's ethical management policies and relevant regulations to transaction counterparties, and shall explicitly refuse to directly or indirectly provide, promise, request, or receive any improper benefi ts in any form or under any name. At  the same time, attention shall be given to avoiding business transactions with agents, suppliers, customers, or other  business counterparties involved in dishonest conduct. If business dealings or cooperation partners are found to have engaged in dishonest conduct, it shall be evaluated whether they should be placed on the restricted parties list, in order to implement IBASE's ethical management policy.


  • IBASE Code of Conduct


    一、 Purpose : 

    This Code is established to guide the behavior of the company’s employees in alignment with ethical standards, to inform stakeholders of the ethical standards that company personnel should follow when performing their duties, and to ensure that the company’s business activities do not compromise public interest. It is formulated in accordance with the company’s “Ethical Corporate Management Best Practice Principles,” the “RBA Manual,” the “Occupational Safety and Health Manual,” and relevant national laws.


    二、 Scope : 

    This Code applies to the company’s directors, managers, employees, appointees, or any individuals with substantial control over the company (hereinafter referred to as “persons with substantial control”).


    三、 Code Content : 

       1. Ethical Stadards :

          1.1 Integrity Management : 

                The company shall comply with the Company Act, Securities Exchange Act, Business Accounting Act, Political Donations Act, Anti-

                Corruption Act, Government Procurement Act, Act on Recusal of Public Servants Due to Conflicts of Interest, Money Laundering

                Control Act, related listing regulati ons, and other laws concerning business conduct as a fundamental requirement for implementing

                integrity management. 

          1.2 No Improper Benefits :

               1.2.1 Prohibition of Improper Gifts, Bribery, or Receipt of Benefits : 

                        The company and its directors, managers, employees, appointees, and persons with substantial control shall not, directly or

                        indirectly, offer, promise, request, or accept any form of improper benefit from clients, agents, contractors, suppliers, public

                        officials, or other stakeholders while conducting business. Exceptions apply only to normal social etiquette that is occasional and

                        does not affect specific rights or obligations. 

               1.2.2 Limitation on Engaging in or Assisting Political Activities : 

                        Donations to political parties or individuals / organizations engaged in political activities must comply with the Political Donations

                        Act and internal company policies and must not be used to obtain business interests or advantages in transactions. 

               1.2.3 Charitable Donations or Sponsorships Must Not Involve Improper Benefits :

                        Charitable donations or sponsorships must comply with relevant laws and internal regulations and shall not be disguised forms

                        of bribery. It is prohibited to directly or indirectly offer or accept unreasonable gifts, entertainment, or other improper benefits

                        to establish business relationships or influence business transactions. 

               1.2.4 Avoidance of Conflicts of Interest : 

                        To prevent conflicts of interest, directors and managers should voluntarily report any potential conflicts to the administration. 

                        Directors, managers, and other interested parties present at board meetings should disclose any significant personal or

                        representative conflict of interest with proposed matters. If the conflict is likely to harm company interests, they must not

                        participate in discussions, voting, or act as a proxy for other directors. Directors should also avoid supporting each other

                        improperly. Directors and managers must not use their positions to secure improper benefits for themselves, spouses, parents,

                        children, or others. 

                1.2.5 Prohibition of Insider Trading : 

                        Non-public information that may influence stock trading is considered insider information. Employees must not use insider

                        information for personal gain or to benefit others. Financial status and business transaction information must not be disclosed

                        without prior authorization to protect shareholders’ interests. 

                1.2.6 Commitment to Product and Service Quality : 

                        During product and service development, procurement, manufacturing, provision, or sales, the company must follow applicable

                        laws and international standards to prevent any direct or indirect harm to consumers or other stakeholders’ rights, health, or

                        safety. 

                1.2.7 Intellectual Property Rights : 

                        The company and its directors, managers, employees, appointees, and persons with substantial control shall comply with

                        relevant IP laws, internal procedures, and contractual obligations. No one may use, disclose, dispose of, damage, or infringe

                        upon intellectual property without consent from the owner. Employees must not infringe upon trade secrets, trademarks,

                        patents, copyrights, or other intellectual property rights. 

                 1.2.8 Asset Security Management : 

                        The company provides diverse assets, including computers, communication, and other equipment and data, for business use.

                        Employees are prohibited from improperly or illegally using these assets and must take measures to prevent external intrusions

                        or damage from using data, information systems, and network equipment to protect technical know-how and production

                        knowledge tied to intellectual property. 

                 1.2.9 Fair Trade : 

                        The company shall conduct business activities in accordance with the Fair Trade Act and other competition laws and must not

                        engage in unfair competition. 

                 1.2.10 Whistleblower Identity Protection and Anti-Retaliation : 

                        Whistleblower identities and reports must remain confidential. Anonymous reporting is allowed, and whistleblowers must be

                        protected from retaliation.            

                 1.2.11 Data Confidentiality and Privacy Management : 

                        The company and its directors, managers, employees, appointees, and persons with substantial control must handle business- 

                        confidential and sensitive commercial information in accordance with company rules, employee regulations, disciplinary policies, 

                        and confidentiality guidelines. This includes data from business partners, such as suppliers, customers, consumers, and

                        employees. Collection, storage, processing, transmission, and sharing of personal data must comply with privacy and data

                        protection laws and regulations.


       2. Labor Standards : 

           The company is committed to upholding internationally recognized labor rights and respecting all workers. This applies to temporary

           workers, migrant workers, students, contract workers, direct hires, and all other types of labor. 

          2.1 Freely Chosen Employment : 

                Forced, bonded (including debt bondage), indentured labor, involuntary or exploitative prison labor, slavery, or trafficking is

                prohibited. This includes the use of threats, coercion, abduction, or deception to transport, harbor, recruit, transfer, or obtain labor

                or services. 

          2.2 Young Workers : 

                Child labor is strictly prohibited in any manufacturing process. “Child” refers to any person under 15 years of age, below the

                compulsory education age, or under the minimum employment age in that country/region—whichever is highest. Exceptions apply 

                to legal workplace learning programs compliant with applicable laws. Workers under 18 must not engage in work that endangers 

                their health or safety, including night shifts or overtime. Proper student recordkeeping, vetting of educational partners, and

                compliance with local laws must be ensured. Student workers must be adequately supported and trained. If no local law applies,

                interns and apprentices must receive wages equal to those of other entry-level workers in the same roles. 

          2.3 Wages and Benefits : 

                Wages must comply with applicable laws, including minimum wage, overtime, and legal benefits. Overtime wages must exceed regular

                rates per local law. Wage deductions as punishment are prohibited. Workers must receive clear wage statements each pay period.

                Temporary, dispatch, and outsourced workers must be hired in accordance with local laws. 

          2.4 Humane Treatment : 

                Employees must be treated humanely. Sexual harassment, sexual abuse, corporal punishment, mental or physical coercion, or verbal

                abuse is prohibited, as are threats to commit such acts. Disciplinary policies must be clearly defined and communicated. 

          2.5 Non-Discrimination : 

                The company prohibits harassment and illegal discrimination. Employees must not be discriminated against on the basis of race,

                color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, religion, political affiliation, 

                union membership, veteran status, genetic information, or marital status in hiring, pay, promotion, training, or work conditions.

                Workers must have appropriate spaces for religious practices. Medical exams or physical tests with discriminatory intent are

                prohibited. 

          2.6 Freedom of Association : 

                In accordance with local laws, the company respects all employees' rights to form and join unions, engage in collective bargaining, 

                and attend peaceful assemblies, as well as the right to abstain. Workers and their representatives must be able to communicate 

                 with management and share concerns without fear of discrimination, retaliation, threat, or harassment. 

          2.7 Occupational Safety and Health : 

                Senior management shall establish and maintain occupational health and safety policies that ensure safe working conditions, 

                prevent work-related injuries and illnesses, and are suitable for the organization’s purpose, scale, activities, and OSH risks and

                opportunities. Commitments include legal compliance, hazard elimination, risk reduction, continual improvement of OSH

                management systems, and worker consultation and participation. 


       3. Disciplinary Actions : 

           Violations of this Code may be reported via complaint mailbox or hotline. Upon verification, disciplinary actions shall be taken according

           to the company’s reward and punishment regulations. If the reported person is a director or senior executive, the case shall be escalated

           to the independent directors. Depending on the severity of the violation, follow-up measures may include reporting to regulatory

           authorities or transferring the case to judicial investigation. For confirmed violations, the job title, name, date of violation, details, and

           handling outcomes shall be publicly disclosed


    四、 Supplementary Provisions : 

    This Code shall be implemented upon approval by the presidentr and chairman. any revisions must follow the same procedure.

  •                                    ISO9001                                                                       ISO14001


                                       ISO13485                                                                       ISO27001

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