Why is the SGS-Sedex partnership important?
Sourcing from different regions is rising. As supply chains expand internationally, they become more intricate and vulnerable to disruptions from reduced supplier transparency.
With increasing emphasis on environmental, social and governance (ESG), businesses are now more closely evaluating supply chain social risks, recognizing the potential impact on their reputation and compliance.
Over 95,000 companies worldwide trust Sedex to build ethical and sustainable supply chains. The Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit (SMETA) is the world's most widely used audit.
As the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company, we have been a Sedex Affiliate Audit Company (AAC) for over 15 years, reinforced by almost three decades of social accountability expertise. We detail this ever-evolving partnership and its advantages.
What you'll find in our white paper
- Why are supply chains becoming more complex?From complications through internationalization and suppliers to a richness of risks, we determine why supply chains are becoming more complex.
- Why is there a focus on supply chain social risks?We explore why businesses are now more closely evaluating supply chain social risks, distinguishing the potential impact on their reputation and compliance.
- What are the key supply chain social risks?We outline the main social risks, including modern slavery, forced and child labor, discrimination and more, as well as the data that must be captured.
- How can Sedex and SMETA help?We highlight why more than 95,000 companies trust Sedex and why SMETA is crucial to addressing social risks.
- Why choose SGS-SMETA services?We discuss the partnership and key SGS qualities, such as decades of social accountability experience, tens of thousands of social audits delivered and active participation in Sedex forums and programs.