JAS-ANZ commits to good governance through these 10 management principles, under which we ensure that JAS-ANZ:
- is built on a system of delegations and authorities, acknowledgements and undertakings that ensures a high level of accountability
- is able to provide reliable assurance that it is functioning as the Governing Board and managers intend and there is a reasonable expectation that its obligations will be met
- has the capability and competence to meet the goals of the JAS-ANZ Treaty
- recognises the value of collaboration as essential to achieving the goals of the JAS-ANZ Treaty
- understands the range of its compliance obligations and complies with these in a principled way
- is committed to the highest standards of ethical behaviour, integrity and fairness
- is guided by financial stewardship to deliver value over profit and support a stable accreditation system
- manages knowledge, information and data as assets
- has a strong service orientation aimed at value for end-users through professional service delivery
- adopts an approach to strategy, planning and risk management that is systematic and comprehensive.