{"id":22345,"date":"2022-03-14T15:47:21","date_gmt":"2022-03-14T15:47:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.manutan.co.uk\/blog\/?p=22345"},"modified":"2022-06-30T16:41:28","modified_gmt":"2022-06-30T15:41:28","slug":"5-csr-criteria-for-choosing-a-committed-supplier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.manutan.co.uk\/blog\/procurement\/5-csr-criteria-for-choosing-a-committed-supplier\/","title":{"rendered":"5 CSR criteria for choosing a committed supplier"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-22346\" src=\"https:\/\/www.manutan-online.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/BUY2110041PIC1-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.manutan.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/BUY2110041PIC1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.manutan.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/BUY2110041PIC1-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.manutan.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/BUY2110041PIC1-768x513.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.manutan.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/BUY2110041PIC1-1536x1025.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.manutan.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/BUY2110041PIC1-2048x1367.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Strengthen your sustainability policy by surrounding yourself with the right partners. Creating a sustainable procurement process starts before the call for tender is sent, this<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0allows you to include Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) criteria in your specifications. Doing this will enable you to quickly identify companies that share your values. Before signing the contract, find out about their sustainable activities and communicate with them. To help you in this process, we have selected the main criteria that will enable you to identify committed suppliers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">1 &#8211; Environmental management of their business<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">No company can have a significant impact on the environment on its own. But together we can do something for the planet. Everyone is an actor in their own way: the consumer when choosing sustainable products, as well as companies when they support eco-friendly partnerships.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The\u00a0circular\u00a0economy\u00a0is\u00a0a key part of\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sustainable\u00a0procurement<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. It\u00a0requires\u00a0more effective\u00a0cooperation\u00a0between\u00a0principals\u00a0and\u00a0suppliers. It\u00a0is\u00a0a\u00a0win-win\u00a0strategy\u00a0as\u00a0it\u00a0is\u00a0based\u00a0on\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">shared<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">environmental\u00a0values<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. By choosing a supplier who is aligned with your values, you will move towards more sustainable practices altogether.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A\u00a0sustainable\u00a0supplier\u00a0makes\u00a0decisions\u00a0by\u00a0weighing\u00a0their\u00a0impact on the\u00a0environment.\u00a0Their\u00a0offer\u00a0includes\u00a0at least\u00a0some\u00a0of the\u00a0following\u00a0elements:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Environmentally\u00a0certified\u00a0products\u00a0(Ecolabel,\u00a0Ecosert, etc.);<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Selling\u00a0of second-hand\u00a0products;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Recycling\u00a0of\u00a0their\u00a0returned\u00a0products;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Responsible\u00a0waste\u00a0management;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improving\u00a0their\u00a0energy\u00a0efficiency;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reducing\u00a0their\u00a0greenhouse\u00a0gas\u00a0emissions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These\u00a0actions\u00a0that\u00a0support\u00a0sustainable\u00a0development\u00a0can\u00a0be\u00a0part of a CSR charter\u00a0that\u00a0ensures\u00a0that\u00a0each\u00a0supplier has a\u00a0sustainable\u00a0procurement\u00a0policy.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">2 &#8211; Ethical business practices<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ethics\u00a0is\u00a0more\u00a0than\u00a0just\u00a0a\u00a0company\u2019s\u00a0moral obligations. It\u00a0encompasses\u00a0every\u00a0aspect of how a\u00a0company\u00a0acts,\u00a0both\u00a0internally\u00a0and\u00a0externally. This concept\u00a0is\u00a0inseparable\u00a0from\u00a0Corporate\u00a0Social\u00a0Responsibility, and\u00a0it\u00a0is\u00a0at the\u00a0very\u00a0core\u00a0of the\u00a0implementation\u00a0of a\u00a0responsible\u00a0strategy. It\u00a0goes\u00a0hand in hand\u00a0with\u00a0the\u00a0creation\u00a0of\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">rules\u00a0that\u00a0promote\u00a0ethical\u00a0business practices<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. A focus on people and respect are central to\u00a0these\u00a0company\u00a0policies.\u00a0When\u00a0you\u00a0select a supplier\u00a0that\u00a0has\u00a0strong\u00a0ethical\u00a0values,\u00a0you\u00a0ensure\u00a0that\u00a0your\u00a0partnership has a\u00a0solid\u00a0foundation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How can\u00a0you\u00a0ensure\u00a0that\u00a0a\u00a0company\u00a0respects\u00a0fundamental\u00a0ethics?\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Loyalty<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0is\u00a0a key value in business\u00a0relationships. In\u00a0fact, the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iso.org\/iso-26000-social-responsibility.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iso.org\/iso-26000-social-responsibility.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">ISO 26000 standard<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0on social\u00a0responsibility\u00a0takes\u00a0it\u00a0into\u00a0account.\u00a0Here\u00a0are the questions\u00a0you\u00a0should\u00a0ask:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Is\u00a0your\u00a0supplier\u2019s\u00a0communication transparent?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Have\u00a0they\u00a0ever\u00a0been\u00a0accused\u00a0of corruption?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Do\u00a0they\u00a0comply\u00a0with\u00a0fair\u00a0competition\u00a0rules?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Signing\u00a0the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unglobalcompact.org\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unglobalcompact.org\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">UN Global Compact<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0is\u00a0an expression of\u00a0your\u00a0suppliers&#8217;\u00a0commitment\u00a0to\u00a0fighting\u00a0corruption, as\u00a0well\u00a0as\u00a0their\u00a0activities\u00a0in\u00a0favour\u00a0of social\u00a0responsibility\u00a0and\u00a0promoting\u00a0human\u00a0rights.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">3 &#8211; Diversity and inclusion in HR management<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To\u00a0stay\u00a0aligned\u00a0with\u00a0your\u00a0social values,\u00a0choose\u00a0suppliers\u00a0who\u00a0share\u00a0them.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Inclusion<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">and diversity are fundamental criteria for a CSR policy. Here are four things to check before you enter into a business relationship.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Gender equality<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:280,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gender\u00a0equality\u00a0in the\u00a0workplace\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">is\u00a0one of the\u00a0European\u00a0Commission&#8217;s\u00a0priorities.\u00a0Member\u00a0States encourage managers to\u00a0ensure\u00a0gender\u00a0parity.\u00a0Targets\u00a0to\u00a0be\u00a0achieved\u00a0by 2025 have been set and binding\u00a0measures\u00a0have been put in place to\u00a0achieve\u00a0them,\u00a0including\u00a0wage\u00a0transparency.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Integrating people with disabilities<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:280,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To\u00a0verify\u00a0your\u00a0suppliers\u2019\u00a0commitments,\u00a0pay\u00a0close attention to the\u00a0degree\u00a0of inclusion of people\u00a0with\u00a0disabilities\u00a0within\u00a0their\u00a0organisation. Have\u00a0they\u00a0published\u00a0a report on the\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">proportion of\u00a0disabled\u00a0workers<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2009on\u00a0their\u00a0payroll?\u00a0Transparency\u00a0gives\u00a0more\u00a0weight\u00a0to\u00a0their\u00a0actions in\u00a0this\u00a0regard.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">No discrimination<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:280,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Diversity\u00a0is\u00a0also\u00a0one of the key parts of a CSR\u00a0policy. This\u00a0includes\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">hiring\u00a0without\u00a0discrimination\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(based\u00a0on\u00a0gender,\u00a0origin, religion,\u00a0sexual\u00a0orientation, etc.). This collective intelligence,\u00a0combined\u00a0with\u00a0that\u00a0of\u00a0your\u00a0teams,\u00a0reinforces\u00a0your\u00a0social and\u00a0societal\u00a0responsibility.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Training and access to employment for young people<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:280,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The inclusion of\u00a0young\u00a0people\u00a0is\u00a0a key performance lever for a CSR\u00a0strategy. But do\u00a0your\u00a0suppliers\u00a0follow suit? Do\u00a0they\u00a0hire\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">work-study\u00a0students<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">recent\u00a0graduates<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">?\u00a0Choosing\u00a0a\u00a0company\u00a0that\u00a0is\u00a0committed\u00a0to\u00a0including\u00a0young\u00a0professionals\u00a0ensures\u00a0that\u00a0you\u00a0will\u00a0be\u00a0working\u00a0with\u00a0a\u00a0dynamic\u00a0team\u00a0that\u00a0will\u00a0be\u00a0able to\u00a0adapt\u00a0to the\u00a0market\u00a0of the future.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">4 &#8211; Respect and promotion of human rights<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Respect for human rights goes beyond just complying with legal obligations. Implementing <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">actions\u00a0that\u00a0support\u00a0employees\u2019\u00a0well-being\u00a0and protection<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0is\u00a0a\u00a0sign\u00a0of real\u00a0commitment\u00a0to\u00a0these\u00a0values. This\u00a0is\u00a0a\u00a0fundamental\u00a0part of a CSR\u00a0strategy, as\u00a0every\u00a0company\u00a0can have a\u00a0significant\u00a0social and\u00a0societal\u00a0impact. The first major\u00a0benefit\u00a0of\u00a0this\u00a0type of\u00a0strategy\u00a0is\u00a0increased\u00a0productivity. Happy teams are\u00a0much\u00a0more\u00a0committed\u00a0to\u00a0their\u00a0jobs.\u00a0Every\u00a0year, the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatplacetowork.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatplacetowork.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">website Great Place to Work<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatplacetowork.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatplacetowork.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ra<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">nks the best companies to work for. Choosing suppliers who focus on people ensure that your partnership will be pleasant.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Respect for\u00a0human\u00a0rights<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0can\u00a0be\u00a0identified\u00a0at\u00a0different\u00a0stages of the production or\u00a0supply\u00a0chain.\u00a0Talking\u00a0to\u00a0your\u00a0potential\u00a0suppliers\u00a0will\u00a0allow\u00a0you\u00a0to<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0identify\u00a0the main\u00a0risks\u00a0to\u00a0these\u00a0rights<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. For\u00a0example,\u00a0who\u00a0are\u00a0their\u00a0subcontractors, and\u00a0where\u00a0are\u00a0they\u00a0located? A\u00a0targeted\u00a0study\u00a0can\u00a0be\u00a0used\u00a0to\u00a0identify\u00a0practices\u00a0that\u00a0violate\u00a0safety\u00a0regulations\u00a0or the use of\u00a0child\u00a0labour. Transparent communication\u00a0will\u00a0help\u00a0you\u00a0to\u00a0assess\u00a0the\u00a0quality\u00a0of the CSR\u00a0policy\u00a0of\u00a0each\u00a0service provider.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">5 &#8211; Certification of their CSR policy<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The\u00a0EcoVadis\u00a0certification\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">evaluates\u00a0companies\u2019 CSR performance<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. This standard\u00a0is\u00a0recognised\u00a0around\u00a0the world. The\u00a0assessment\u00a0is\u00a0reliable\u00a0because\u00a0it\u00a0uses a\u00a0continuous\u00a0monitoring process.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0EcoVadis\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">offers\u00a0support to\u00a0each\u00a0company\u00a0to help\u00a0it\u00a0reach\u00a0its\u00a0CSR objectives.\u00a0Including\u00a0this\u00a0certification in\u00a0your\u00a0selection\u00a0criteria\u00a0for call for tender\u00a0will\u00a0allow\u00a0you\u00a0to\u00a0identify\u00a0committed\u00a0and\u00a0trustworthy\u00a0service providers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The ISO 26000 and<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iso.org\/standard\/63026.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iso.org\/standard\/63026.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">ISO 20400<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> standards are essential for the growth of sustainable procurement. ISO 26000 is an international standard that defines the broad aims of a CSR strategy. It includes the first four criteria mentioned in this article. An outgrowth of the ISO 26000 standard, the ISO 20400 standard focuses on the implementation of a sustainable procurement strategy. It encourages companies to involve all their suppliers, beyond just those in tier 1.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Compliance\u00a0with\u00a0these\u00a0standards<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0is\u00a0crucial in\u00a0choosing\u00a0future service providers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Using the most concrete and objective elements possible in your calls to tender is a way to ensure you are making an informed decision. You can then include these CSR criteria in your contracts. This is the basis for a win-win partnership between client and supplier. Through a shared focus on <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sustainable\u00a0development<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ethical values,<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">respect for\u00a0human\u00a0rights<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, together you will have a significant impact on the implementation of <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">more\u00a0sustainable\u00a0business practices<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Strengthen your sustainability policy by surrounding yourself with the right partners. 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