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Representing many of the world's most ethical companies, Omega provides a window into the working conditions across their global manufacturing base enabling our partners to make critical business decisions in complete confidence.

The BSCI is based on the labour standards of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and other important international regulations like the UN Charta for Human Rights, as well as on national regulations. This initiative aims at continuously improving the social performance of suppliers, ultimately enhancing working conditions in factories worldwide. The BSCI monitoring system : Provides standardized management tools for all companies in all countries Supplies a database: information pool to optimize coordination of the process Is open to retailers, importers, and manufacturers Involves all stakeholders in Europe and supplier countries Report valid for two years.

SEDEX has two main aims: to ease the burden on suppliers facing multiple audits, questionnaires and certificationsto drive improvements in the ethical performance of global supply chains. Our core product is SEDEX Advance, a secure, online database which allows members to store, share and report on information in four key areas: Labour StandardsHealth & SafetyThe EnvironmentBusiness Ethics

SEDEX has two main aims: to ease the burden on suppliers facing multiple audits, questionnaires and certificationsto drive improvements in the ethical performance of global supply chains. Our core product is SEDEX Advance, a secure, online database which allows members to store, share and report on information in four key areas: Labour StandardsHealth & SafetyThe EnvironmentBusiness Ethics

Benefits of sedex audits: sedex audits reports reduce supply chain audit duplication by providing a widely acceptable single format for social compliance audits. social compliance audits as per smeta standard enable companies to effectively share and manage supply chain ethical information. smeta audits enhances ethical trading programs in supply chain. reduces risks in social responsibility and sustainability through social compliance audits as per smeta standard. brands and buyers are able to view, share data of suppliers social compliance audits on sedex database.

Benefits of C-TPAT AuditThe potential benefits from C-TPAT certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by : Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at land bordersThe ability to move to the front of inspection linesA lesser potential of CBP examinations and an exemption from Stratified Exams (SEs)Shorter wait times at the borderAccess to the C-TPAT Status Verification Interface (SVI)A CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) assigned to the companyEligibility for other U.S. Government pilot programs such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Secure Supply Chain (SSC) programThe potential to participate in the Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA) And others

Benefits of C-TPAT AuditThe potential benefits from C-TPAT certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by : Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at land bordersThe ability to move to the front of inspection linesA lesser potential of CBP examinations and an exemption from Stratified Exams (SEs)Shorter wait times at the borderAccess to the C-TPAT Status Verification Interface (SVI)A CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) assigned to the companyEligibility for other U.S. Government pilot programs such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Secure Supply Chain (SSC) programThe potential to participate in the Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA) And others

Benefits of C-TPAT AuditThe potential benefits from C-TPAT certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by : Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at land bordersThe ability to move to the front of inspection linesA lesser potential of CBP examinations and an exemption from Stratified Exams (SEs)Shorter wait times at the borderAccess to the C-TPAT Status Verification Interface (SVI)A CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) assigned to the companyEligibility for other U.S. Government pilot programs such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Secure Supply Chain (SSC) programThe potential to participate in the Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA) And others

Benefits of C-TPAT Audit The potential benefits from C-TPAT certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by :Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at land bordersThe ability to move to the front of inspection linesA lesser potential of CBP examinations and an exemption from Stratified Exams (SEs)Shorter wait times at the borderAccess to the C-TPAT Status Verification Interface (SVI)A CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) assigned to the companyEligibility for other U.S. Government pilot programs such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Secure Supply Chain (SSC) programThe potential to participate in the Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA)And others.

SEDEX has two main aims: to ease the burden on suppliers facing multiple audits, questionnaires and certificationsto drive improvements in the ethical performance of global supply chains. Our core product is SEDEX Advance, a secure, online database which allows members to store, share and report on information in four key areas: Labour StandardsHealth & SafetyThe EnvironmentBusiness Ethics

Code of Conduct Service is performed based on the Social Accountability Standards or Code of Practices as per client requirements. The aim of Social Accountability -code of conduct, human rights, ethical requirements, audit and monitoring is to ensure that the business partners or the supply chain abide with the brand or the companys commitment to corporate social responsibility and the code of practices. To validate transparency, consistency, and integrity, most companies use a 3rd party like auditors to conduct social accountability compliance audits. Main elements that are verified in a typical code of conduct audits are: Child labour Forced labour Health & Safety Freedom of assessment Discrimination Disciplinary practices Working hours Environment

Code of Conduct Service is performed based on the Social Accountability Standards or Code of Practices as per client requirements. The aim of Social Accountability -code of conduct, human rights, ethical requirements, audit and monitoring is to ensure that the business partners or the supply chain abide with the brand or the companys commitment to corporate social responsibility and the code of practices. To validate transparency, consistency, and integrity, most companies use a 3rd party like auditors to conduct social accountability compliance audits. Main elements that are verified in a typical code of conduct audits are: Child labour Forced labour Health & Safety Freedom of assessment Discrimination Disciplinary practices Working hours Environment

Code of Conduct Service is performed based on the Social Accountability Standards or Code of Practices as per client requirements. The aim of Social Accountability -code of conduct, human rights, ethical requirements, audit and monitoring is to ensure that the business partners or the supply chain abide with the brand or the companys commitment to corporate social responsibility and the code of practices. To validate transparency, consistency, and integrity, most companies use a 3rd party like auditors to conduct social accountability compliance audits. Main elements that are verified in a typical code of conduct audits are: Child labour Forced labour Health & Safety Freedom of assessment Discrimination Disciplinary practices Working hours Environment

Code of Conduct Service is performed based on the Social Accountability Standards or Code of Practices as per client requirements. The aim of Social Accountability -code of conduct, human rights, ethical requirements, audit and monitoring is to ensure that the business partners or the supply chain abide with the brand or the companys commitment to corporate social responsibility and the code of practices. To validate transparency, consistency, and integrity, most companies use a 3rd party like auditors to conduct social accountability compliance audits.

Code of Conduct Service is performed based on the Social Accountability Standards or Code of Practices as per client requirements. The aim of Social Accountability -code of conduct, human rights, ethical requirements, audit and monitoring is to ensure that the business partners or the supply chain abide with the brand or the companys commitment to corporate social responsibility and the code of practices. To validate transparency, consistency, and integrity, most companies use a 3rd party like auditors to conduct social accountability compliance audits.

Code of Conduct Service is performed based on the Social Accountability Standards or Code of Practices as per client requirements. The aim of Social Accountability -code of conduct, human rights, ethical requirements, audit and monitoring is to ensure that the business partners or the supply chain abide with the brand or the companys commitment to corporate social responsibility and the code of practices. To validate transparency, consistency, and integrity, most companies use a 3rd party like auditors to conduct social accountability compliance audits.

Code of Conduct Service is performed based on the Social Accountability Standards or Code of Practices as per client requirements. The aim of Social Accountability -code of conduct, human rights, ethical requirements, audit and monitoring is to ensure that the business partners or the supply chain abide with the brand or the companys commitment to corporate social responsibility and the code of practices. To validate transparency, consistency, and integrity, most companies use a 3rd party like auditors to conduct social accountability compliance audits.

Code of Conduct Service is performed based on the Social Accountability Standards or Code of Practices as per client requirements. The aim of Social Accountability -code of conduct, human rights, ethical requirements, audit and monitoring is to ensure that the business partners or the supply chain abide with the brand or the companys commitment to corporate social responsibility and the code of practices. To validate transparency, consistency, and integrity, most companies use a 3rd party like auditors to conduct social accountability compliance audits.

Benefits of ISO 9001:2015 Certification Increases productivity and maximizes qualityIncreases revenue and improves employee morale and satisfactionSaves time and moneyEnhances ability to attract new customers that have adopted requirements for certificationImproves accountability of managementIncreases employees' understanding of their roles in success of their work and the companyCreates greater motivation and dedication

BENEFITS OF SEDEX AUDITS: SEDEX Audits reports reduce supply chain audit duplication by providing a widely acceptable single format for Social Compliance Audits.Social Compliance Audits as per SMETA Standard enable companies to effectively share and manage supply chain ethical information.SMETA Audits enhances ethical trading programs in supply chain.Reduces risks in social responsibility and sustainability through Social Compliance Audits as per SMETA Standard.Brands and buyers are able to view, share data of suppliers social compliance audits on SEDEX database.

BENEFITS OF SEDEX AUDITS: SEDEX Audits reports reduce supply chain audit duplication by providing a widely acceptable single format for Social Compliance Audits.Social Compliance Audits as per SMETA Standard enable companies to effectively share and manage supply chain ethical information.SMETA Audits enhances ethical trading programs in supply chain.Reduces risks in social responsibility and sustainability through Social Compliance Audits as per SMETA Standard.Brands and buyers are able to view, share data of suppliers social compliance audits on SEDEX database .

C-TPAT (Customs–Trade Partnership against Terrorism) is a voluntary, joint government-business partnership to help add to supply chain and increase border security.
C-TPAT is a United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) initiative that stands for Customs-Trade Partnership against Terrorism. C-TPAT is a voluntary program where participants work to protect supply chains from the concealment of terrorist weapons including weapons of mass destruction.
This partnership is for organizations involved in the global supply chain including United States importers, customs brokers, terminal operators, carriers and foreign manufacturers.
Companies wishing to be C-TPAT participants must complete an application and conduct a self-assessment of their supply chain security procedures against the C-TPAT criteria or guidelines jointly developed by CBP and the trade community. Upon satisfactory completion of the online application, a U.S. Customs and Border Protection C-TPAT Supply Chain Security Specialist will contact the participant to begin the validation process.
C-TPAT was launched in November 2001 and began with seven initial participants. According to U.S. Customs Border Protection (CBP), there are more than 10, 000 certified partners. Nearly half of this number is importer.

Benefits of C-TPAT AuditThe potential benefits from C-TPAT certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by :

• Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at land borders
• The ability to move to the front of inspection lines
• A lesser potential of CBP examinations and an exemption from Stratified Exams (SEs)
• Shorter wait times at the border
• Access to the C-TPAT Status Verification Interface (SVI)
• A CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) assigned to the company
• Eligibility for other U.S. Government pilot programs such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Secure Supply Chain (SSC) program
• The potential to participate in the Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA) And others

Process for C-TPAT AuditThere are three steps to C-TPAT certification:

• The first step is for the company to conduct and fully document a security risk assessment
• The second step is for the company to submit a basic application via the C-TPAT Portal system
• The third step is for the company to complete a supply chain security profile which explains how the company is meeting C-TPAT’s minimum security criteria.

Upon satisfactory completion of the application and supply chain security profile, CBP reviews the submitted materials. The CBP C-TPAT program will then have up to 90-days to certify the company into the program or to reject the application. If certified, the company will be validated within three years of certification.

Benefits of C-TPAT Audit The potential benefits from C-TPAT certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by : Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at land bordersThe ability to move to the front of inspection linesA lesser potential of CBP examinations and an exemption from Stratified Exams (SEs)Shorter wait times at the borderAccess to the C-TPAT Status Verification Interface (SVI)A CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) assigned to the companyEligibility for other U.S. Government pilot programs such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Secure Supply Chain (SSC) programThe potential to participate in the Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA) And others

Benefits of c-tpat auditthe potential benefits from c-tpat certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by : access to the free and secure trade (fast) lanes at land bordersthe ability to move to the front of inspection linesa lesser potential of cbp examinations and an exemption from stratified exams (ses)shorter wait times at the borderaccess to the c-tpat status verification interface (svi)a cbp supply chain security specialist (scss) assigned to the companyeligibility for other u.s. Government pilot programs such as the u.s. Food and drug administration (fda) secure supply chain (ssc) programthe potential to participate in the importer self-assessment program (isa) and others

Benefits of c-tpat auditthe potential benefits from c-tpat certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by : access to the free and secure trade (fast) lanes at land bordersthe ability to move to the front of inspection linesa lesser potential of cbp examinations and an exemption from stratified exams (ses)shorter wait times at the borderaccess to the c-tpat status verification interface (svi)a cbp supply chain security specialist (scss) assigned to the companyeligibility for other u.s. Government pilot programs such as the u.s. Food and drug administration (fda) secure supply chain (ssc) programthe potential to participate in the importer self-assessment program (isa) and others

Benefits of iso 9001:2015 certification increases productivity and maximizes qualityincreases revenue and improves employee morale and satisfactionsaves time and moneyenhances ability to attract new customers that have adopted requirements for certificationimproves accountability of managementincreases employees' understanding of their roles in success of their work and the companycreates greater motivation and dedication.

Benefits of C-TPAT Audit The potential benefits from C-TPAT certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by :Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at land bordersThe ability to move to the front of inspection linesA lesser potential of CBP examinations and an exemption from Stratified Exams (SEs)Shorter wait times at the borderAccess to the C-TPAT Status Verification Interface (SVI)A CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) assigned to the companyEligibility for other U.S. Government pilot programs such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Secure Supply Chain (SSC) programThe potential to participate in the Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA)And others

Benefits of C-TPAT Audit The potential benefits from C-TPAT certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by :Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at land bordersThe ability to move to the front of inspection linesA lesser potential of CBP examinations and an exemption from Stratified Exams (SEs)Shorter wait times at the borderAccess to the C-TPAT Status Verification Interface (SVI)A CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) assigned to the companyEligibility for other U.S. Government pilot programs such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Secure Supply Chain (SSC) programThe potential to participate in the Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA)And others

Benefits of C-TPAT AuditThe potential benefits from C-TPAT certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by : Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at land bordersThe ability to move to the front of inspection linesA lesser potential of CBP examinations and an exemption from Stratified Exams (SEs)Shorter wait times at the borderAccess to the C-TPAT Status Verification Interface (SVI)A CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) assigned to the companyEligibility for other U.S. Government pilot programs such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Secure Supply Chain (SSC) programThe potential to participate in the Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA) And others

The wrap certification process : Certification may be granted for six months or one to two years, depending on the final audit results and the length of time that the facility has held certification successfully. Application : Manufacturer first contacts WRAP for an audit request and sends back the completed application form and fee to initiate the certification processSelf-Assessment : The facility must adopt generally accepted international workplace standards, local laws and workplace regulations following the procedures described in the WRAP Handbook and provide evidence that they have been implemented for at least 45 days (not less than 90 days for new applicants).Monitoring : The facility then chooses and contacts a WRAP accredited auditor firm to get audited. The report and recommendations are sent to both the facility and WRAPEvaluation : WRAP staff may notify the facility that it needs to correct certain procedures and have the monitor make an additional inspection and report or may recommend to the Certification Board that the factory be certified.Certification : The Certification Board studies the recommendation of the staff, including the monitors report, and votes to award or withhold certification.

Benefits of C-TPAT AuditThe potential benefits from C-TPAT certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by : Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at land bordersThe ability to move to the front of inspection linesA lesser potential of CBP examinations and an exemption from Stratified Exams (SEs)Shorter wait times at the borderAccess to the C-TPAT Status Verification Interface (SVI)A CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) assigned to the companyEligibility for other U.S. Government pilot programs such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Secure Supply Chain (SSC) programThe potential to participate in the Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA) And others

Benefits of C-TPAT AuditThe potential benefits from C-TPAT certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by : Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at land bordersThe ability to move to the front of inspection linesA lesser potential of CBP examinations and an exemption from Stratified Exams (SEs)Shorter wait times at the borderAccess to the C-TPAT Status Verification Interface (SVI)A CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) assigned to the companyEligibility for other U.S. Government pilot programs such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Secure Supply Chain (SSC) programThe potential to participate in the Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA) And others.

Benefits of C-TPAT AuditThe potential benefits from C-TPAT certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by : Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at land bordersThe ability to move to the front of inspection linesA lesser potential of CBP examinations and an exemption from Stratified Exams (SEs)Shorter wait times at the borderAccess to the C-TPAT Status Verification Interface (SVI)A CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) assigned to the companyEligibility for other U.S. Government pilot programs such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Secure Supply Chain (SSC) programThe potential to participate in the Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA) And others

Benefits of C-TPAT AuditThe potential benefits from C-TPAT certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by : Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at land bordersThe ability to move to the front of inspection linesA lesser potential of CBP examinations and an exemption from Stratified Exams (SEs)Shorter wait times at the borderAccess to the C-TPAT Status Verification Interface (SVI)A CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) assigned to the companyEligibility for other U.S. Government pilot programs such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Secure Supply Chain (SSC) programThe potential to participate in the Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA) And others

Benefits of C-TPAT Audit The potential benefits from C-TPAT certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by :Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at land bordersThe ability to move to the front of inspection linesA lesser potential of CBP examinations and an exemption from Stratified Exams (SEs)Shorter wait times at the borderAccess to the C-TPAT Status Verification Interface (SVI)A CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) assigned to the companyEligibility for other U.S. Government pilot programs such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Secure Supply Chain (SSC) programThe potential to participate in the Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA)And others

Benefits of sedex audits: sedex audits reports reduce supply chain audit duplication by providing a widely acceptable single format for social compliance audits.social compliance audits as per smeta standard enable companies to effectively share and manage supply chain ethical information.smeta audits enhances ethical trading programs in supply chain.reduces risks in social responsibility and sustainability through social compliance audits as per smeta standard.brands and buyers are able to view, share data of suppliers social compliance audits on sedex database.

BENEFITS OF SEDEX AUDITS: SEDEX Audits reports reduce supply chain audit duplication by providing a widely acceptable single format for Social Compliance Audits.Social Compliance Audits as per SMETA Standard enable companies to effectively share and manage supply chain ethical information.SMETA Audits enhances ethical trading programs in supply chain.Reduces risks in social responsibility and sustainability through Social Compliance Audits as per SMETA Standard.Brands and buyers are able to view, share data of suppliers social compliance audits on SEDEX database .

BENEFITS OF SEDEX AUDITS: SEDEX Audits reports reduce supply chain audit duplication by providing a widely acceptable single format for Social Compliance Audits.Social Compliance Audits as per SMETA Standard enable companies to effectively share and manage supply chain ethical information.SMETA Audits enhances ethical trading programs in supply chain.Reduces risks in social responsibility and sustainability through Social Compliance Audits as per SMETA Standard.Brands and buyers are able to view, share data of suppliers social compliance audits on SEDEX database.

The BSCI is based on the labour standards of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and other important international regulations like the UN Charta for Human Rights, as well as on national regulations. This initiative aims at continuously improving the social performance of suppliers, ultimately enhancing working conditions in factories worldwide. The BSCI monitoring system : Provides standardized management tools for all companies in all countries Supplies a database: information pool to optimize coordination of the process Is open to retailers, importers, and manufacturers Involves all stakeholders in Europe and supplier countries Report valid for two years.

benefits of sedex audits:

• sedex audits reports reduce supply chain audit duplication by providing a widely acceptable single format for social compliance audits.
• social compliance audits as per smeta standard enable companies to effectively share and manage supply chain ethical information.
• smeta audits enhances ethical trading programs in supply chain.
• reduces risks in social responsibility and sustainability through social compliance audits as per smeta standard.
• brands and buyers are able to view, share data of suppliers social compliance audits on sedex database

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BENEFITS OF SEDEX AUDITS: SEDEX Audits reports reduce supply chain audit duplication by providing a widely acceptable single format for Social Compliance Audits.Social Compliance Audits as per SMETA Standard enable companies to effectively share and manage supply chain ethical information.SMETA Audits enhances ethical trading programs in supply chain.Reduces risks in social responsibility and sustainability through Social Compliance Audits as per SMETA Standard.Brands and buyers are able to view, share data of suppliers social compliance audits on SEDEX database .

Benefits of sedex audits: sedex audits reports reduce supply chain audit duplication by providing a widely acceptable single format for social compliance audits.social compliance audits as per smeta standard enable companies to effectively share and manage supply chain ethical information.smeta audits enhances ethical trading programs in supply chain.reduces risks in social responsibility and sustainability through social compliance audits as per smeta standard.brands and buyers are able to view, share data of suppliers social compliance audits on sedex database.

Benefits of C-TPAT AuditThe potential benefits from C-TPAT certification is a measurable increase in the speed of freight and a reduction of fees. These benefits are assisted by : Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at land bordersThe ability to move to the front of inspection linesA lesser potential of CBP examinations and an exemption from Stratified Exams (SEs)Shorter wait times at the borderAccess to the C-TPAT Status Verification Interface (SVI)A CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) assigned to the companyEligibility for other U.S. Government pilot programs such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Secure Supply Chain (SSC) programThe potential to participate in the Importer Self-Assessment Program (ISA) And others

Code of conduct service is performed based on the social accountability standards or code of practices as per client requirements.The aim of social accountability -code of conduct, human rights, ethical requirements, audit and monitoring is to ensure that the business partners or the supply chain abide with the brand or the companys commitment to corporate social responsibility and the code of practices. To validate transparency, consistency, and integrity, most companies use a 3rd party like auditors to conduct social accountability compliance audits.Main elements that are verified in a typical code of conduct audits are:child labourforced labourhealth & safetyfreedom of assessmentdiscriminationdisciplinary practicesworking hoursenvironment

The bsci is based on the labour standards of the international labour organization (ilo) and other important international regulations like the un charta for human rights, as well as on national regulations. This initiative aims at continuously improving the social performance of suppliers, ultimately enhancing working conditions in factories worldwide. the bsci monitoring system : provides standardized management tools for all companies in all countries supplies a database: information pool to optimize coordination of the process is open to retailers, importers, and manufacturers involves all stakeholders in europe and supplier countries report valid for two years.

The higg index is an apparel and footwear industry self-assessment standard for assessing environmental and social sustainability throughout the supply chain. Launched in 2012, it was developed by the sustainable apparel coalition, a non-profit organization founded by a group of fashion companies.The higg index enables companies to identify brand, facility and in the future, product-related practices to optimize resources and reduce associated waste and cost. Identifying resource-hungry processes and evaluating product design choices can also lead to innovation opportunities

Our company is involved in rendering SEDEX. It is dedicated to driving improvements in ethical and responsible business practices in global supply chains. It is an innovative and effective supply chain management solution, helping you to reduce risk, protect your company reputation and improve supply chain practices. SEDEX is a secure online database, as well as a supply chain management tool, helping companies to identify, manage and mitigate ethical risks in global supply chains.

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• As the largest collaborative platform for sharing ethical supply chain data
• Sedex engages with all tiers of the supply chain with the aim of driving improvements and convergence in responsible business practices
• Members can share and manage information in four key areas: Labour standards, Health and Safety, the Environment and Business Ethics.

 

SEDEX has two main aims:

• to ease the burden on suppliers facing multiple audits, questionnaires and certifications
• to drive improvements in the ethical performance of global supply chains.

Our core product is SEDEX Advance, a secure, online database which allows members to store, share and report on information in four key areas:

• Labour Standards
• Health & Safety
• The Environment
• Business Ethics

SEDEX at a Glance
SEDEX is

• a not for profit membership organisation dedicated to driving ethical improvements in global supply chains.
• a secure online platform for sharing and viewing information on labour standards, health and safety, the environment and business ethics.
• the largest collaborative platform for sharing ethical supply chain data.
• a truly global organisation with members in over 150 countries.
• not a standard setting body, code of conduct or certification.

The BSCI is based on the labour standards of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and other important international regulations like the UN Charta for Human Rights, as well as on national regulations. This initiative aims at continuously improving the social performance of suppliers, ultimately enhancing working conditions in factories worldwide.

 

The BSCI monitoring system :

• Provides standardized management tools for all companies in all countries

• Supplies a database: information pool to optimize coordination of the process 

• Is open to retailers, importers, and manufacturers

• Involves all stakeholders in Europe and supplier countries

• Report valid for two years.

 

The Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI) is a leading supply chain management system that supports companies to drive social compliance and improvements within the factories and farms in their global supply chains. BSCI implements the principle international labour standards protecting workers’ rights such as International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions and declarations, the United Nations (UN) Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and guidelines for multinational enterprises of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). 

 

BSCI works to tackle these challenges by offering one common Code of Conduct and one single Implementation System that enable all companies sourcing all types of products from all geographies to collectively address the complex labour issues of their supply chain. To ease the implementation of the BSCI Code of Conduct, we develop - with the input of participating companies and stakeholders - a broad range of tools and activities to audit, train, share information and influence key actors towards improving labour conditions in the supply chain of participating companies.

• One single Code of Conduct

• One single Implementation System

• Various tools and activities to support companies and producers

• For all retailers, importers and brand companies

• For all types of products

• For all sourcing countries

 

We are neither an auditing company nor an accreditation system: We provide companies with a social auditing methodology and report. We do not organise audits ourselves but provide a network of external accredited, experienced and independent auditing companies. Also, as part of the BSCI approach, social audits only represent one pillar of activity, complementary to capacity building and strong relations with all stakeholders of the supply chain.

 

We are not a certification scheme: BSCI's approach supports companies towards embedding more responsible business practices which are shared with their business partners to gradually improve working conditions in their supply chain.

 

The BSCI System Manual defines and establishes a special emergency procedure to be followed by auditors when a Zero Tolerance issue -such as flagrant human rights violations or unethical behaviour that compromises the integrity of the BSCI audit- is identified during a check. In case of Zero Tolerance issue found but missed by the auditing company, the QC executor is requested to report the case to the BSCI secretariat for further investigation.

 

 

The BSCI is based on the labour standards of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and other important international regulations like the UN Charta for Human Rights, as well as on national regulations. This initiative aims at continuously improving the social performance of suppliers, ultimately enhancing working conditions in factories worldwide. The BSCI monitoring system : Provides standardized management tools for all companies in all countries Supplies a database: information pool to optimize coordination of the process Is open to retailers, importers, and manufacturers Involves all stakeholders in Europe and supplier countries Report valid for two years.

As an accredited Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP) monitor with over 10 years’ experience, QSI is ideally placed to assist you in conducting a WRAP audit. This will verify your compliance with WRAP principles on lawful, humane and ethical manufacturing.

 

WRAP is an independent, non-profit corporation dedicated to the promotion and certification of lawful, humane, and ethical manufacturing throughout the world.

 

Set up in 2000, WRAP is the world’s largest labour and environmental certification program for labour-intensive consumer products manufacturing and processing. WRAP is supported by 25 international trade associations, including the International Apparel Federation, which represents 36 national associations and over 150, 000 individual companies.

The WRAP principles cover basic practices that address labour practic, factory conditions, and environmental & customs compliance. They consist of 12 elements :Compliance with laws and workplace regulations

• Prohibition of forced labour

• Prohibition of child labour

• Prohibition of harassment or abuse

• Compensation and benefits

• Hours of work

• Freedom of association and collective bargaining

• Health and safety

• Prohibition of discrimination

• Environment

• Customs compliance

• Security

 

The wrap certification process : Certification may be granted for six months or one to two years, depending on the final audit results and the length of time that the facility has held certification successfully.

• Application : Manufacturer first contacts WRAP for an audit request and sends back the completed application form and fee to initiate the certification process

• Self-Assessment : The facility must adopt generally accepted international workplace standards, local laws and workplace regulations following the procedures described in the WRAP Handbook and provide evidence that they have been implemented for at least 45 days (not less than 90 days for new applicants).

• Monitoring : The facility then chooses and contacts a WRAP accredited auditor firm to get audited. The report and recommendations are sent to both the facility and WRAP

• Evaluation : WRAP staff may notify the facility that it needs to correct certain procedures and have the monitor make an additional inspection and report or may recommend to the Certification Board that the factory be certified.

• Certification : The Certification Board studies the recommendation of the staff, including the monitor’s report, and votes to award or withhold certification.

 

QSI has WRAP accredited auditors in most major sourcing countries and we are able to provide consistent monitoring and reporting to support certification recommendations. With over 10 years’ experience of undertaking WRAP audits, we can guide you through the process while ensuring that professional audit standards are maintained.
Discover how WRAP auditing from QSI can help you and your suppliers maintain compliance with ethical trading requirements.