Expert committee
and ethics
Objectivity, integrity and excellence are at the heart of the LONGTIME® label’s commitment to durability.
We are proud to present the first members of our committee dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of quality and ethics in all our certification activities. This committee, made up of seasoned experts and professionals recognised for their skills in the field of life extension, is at the service of our commitment to ecology, the preservation of resources and the fight against the production of premature waste.
In the following lines, find out more about the members, mission and guiding principles of our committee. We are committed to transparency, accountability and integrity in everything we do under the LONGTIME® label.
Presentation of the members of the LONGTIME® Committee
Régis Dando is an expert in innovation and the circular economy, with a strong focus on durability. Founder of RevalueSystems, he helps companies make the transition to circular economic models by optimising the use of resources and developing remanufacturing and reuse solutions.
Marion Laprée is co-founder of MAOBI, an agency dedicated to the durability transformation of companies through eco-design and responsible innovation. Marion specialises in supporting companies in life-cycle assessment and multidisciplinary innovation projects.
Alain Pautrot is an executive with the SEB group, a renowned company in the household appliance sector. With his expertise and visionary leadership, Alain works to create and integrate durability solutions and innovations into the design of SEB Group products and processes.
Matthieu Furet est enseignant en IUT Génie Mécanique et Productique, passionné par la durabilité. Docteur en mécanique et robotique, il oriente son enseignement en conception mécanique autour de l’écoconception de produits et de la production durable.
Sébastien Goupil is a seasoned professional who works for Santos as Quality Manager. Trained as an engineer specialising in eco-design, Sébastien plays a crucial role in various areas, such as quality assurance, certification, technical assistance and after-sales service.
Marion Clément is a seasoned professional whose career has been guided by the principles of the circular economy. Specialising in marketing and business development, Marion currently works for SDS, a key player in the repair sector specialising in spare parts.
Jacques Ravinet has been dedicated to durability for 10 years. Guided in both his personal and professional life by the values of the circular economy and durability, Jacques does his utmost to ensure that society evolves in the right direction.
Matthieu Rama is Environmental Programme Manager at ECOS. With a master’s degree in environmental law, Matthieu contributes to ecodesign regulation and standardisation activities, and supports a number of EU projects, all focusing on product policy, and circular electronics in particular.
Nicolas Salva is a mechanical engineer specialising in industrialisation and supplier performance. During his time at Kippit, Nicolas became particularly aware of durability issues. The values conveyed by this project continue to drive his career.
Dr. Sabrina Cipullo D. in environmental engineering and an expert in durability, is Co-Director of the Solar Impulse Foundation. She oversees strategic initiatives and manages collaborations to promote clean technologies. Co-developer of the Solar Impulse Efficient Solution Label, a recognised environmental assessment methodology.
Liane-Clarisse Mouchon, a researcher and engineer in durability, stands out for her visionary and systemic approach. Specialising in the environment, the circular economy and planning, she combines creativity and expertise to resolve complex issues, particularly in the areas of durability, reparability and waste management.
Rémi Bouchez is a supply chain expert with solid experience in after-sales service, optimising after-sales performance and serviceability right from the design stage. Sensitive to environmental issues, Rémi is convinced of the importance of a circular economy and is keen to strengthen the circular supply chain to structure and operate ‘R’ loops.
Tasks and responsibilities within the LONGTIME® Committee
The main mission of the LONGTIME® label’s expert and ethics committee will be to contribute to informed decision-making in the field of durability by sharing its expertise, opinions, recommendations and advice in relation to durability and/or the labelling activity. Collective intelligence is a strength, and it’s vital that we listen to our peers.
Among the tasks identified, the committee is invited to participate in :
- Objectivity: Probably the most important mission of the committee, which can be consulted for
- Dispute or question about a manufacturer’s application
- Opinion on the handling of appeals
- Opinion on the reduction of a deviation or on a non-conformity
- Opinion on the evolution of the criteria
- Quality assurance : The experts may be asked to check that the control and inspection procedures comply with quality standards and regulatory requirements, and that there are no loopholes, with the agreement of the inspection body. The committee may make recommendations and/or decide on improvements and adjustments to enhance the effectiveness of the labelling process.
- Risk assessment : Helping to identify, anticipate and assess the risks associated with our activities, particularly in the areas of greatest risk. (IP, international development, regulations, etc.)
- Regulatory advice : The committee may advise or alert the label manager, Ethikis, to ensure compliance with current regulations and standards. The committee will have the power to conduct internal audits if necessary. A regulatory watch will be shared by Ethikis and enhanced by all committee members.
- Technical assessment and development of criteria : Reading, analysing and commenting on data, technical information, criteria and reports relating to the standards and the labelling scheme. The committee will contribute to the evaluation and/or development of rules in line with industry best practice.
Functioning of the Committee
The committee will meet several times a year and on request. To preserve its integrity, committee members must be free from political or commercial interference and act objectively without conflict of interest.
The experts will communicate opinions, recommendations and positions to Ethikis’ management and stakeholders. This information may be made public for greater transparency, while respecting business confidentiality.
Charter of the LONGTIME® Committee of Experts
By agreeing to join the LONGTIME® Committee of Experts, each member has signed an ethical charter, defining the principles and values which guide their actions, as well as the conduct expected of its members.
This charter can be consulted here
Member Selection Process
The members of the committee have all been selected on the basis of their expertise in the field of product life extension and durability. The committee must be as representative as possible, and efforts are being made to ensure that the following bodies are represented:
- Industrialists
- Distributors
- NGOs, environmental and consumer associations
- Consultants
- Academic
- Public authorities
How can I become a Committee member?
Would you also like to make a commitment to the environment, and does durability make sense to you? Let us know and apply to join the LONGTIME label’s expert and ethics committee.