With the self-evaluation questionnaire, our purchasers have a tool to assess supplier performance on social and environmental issues. The questionnaire also communicates our commitment to and expectations on sustainable supply chain management. However, the downside to this approach is the lack of assurance on what is reported in the questionnaires.
To counter this weakness, we carry out spot audits of selected suppliers. We expect the audits to uncover potential non-conformance and to identify likely risks within social and environmental performance. The audits are used as a tool to push performance and initiate dialogue among suppliers and auditors.
The scope of the audits is similar to the issues covered in the questionnaire. Compliance with basic national and international standards is verified.
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