Social Accountability /
Responsible Sourcing Management

“Ensuring social compliances and improve working conditions in global supply chain”

Responsible Sourcing

Responsible Sourcing is an important part of business today, where companies are playing on the global filed. Although committing to this concept is voluntary, it is believed that with the shift to sustainable growth, adherence to these ethical and moral guidelines is inevitable. The concept means that both the buyer and the supplier are on the same page and comply with the requirements of responsible sourcing.

In a highly competitive environment, companies looking to grow their business at low cost as well as seeking suppliers that sell products at cheap rates. This leads to unlawful practices where many times the employees are the ones harmed.

People are often paid lesser than what the regulations state and labourers are exploited in different ways. This mistreatment of workers is a form of modern slavery and it violates all not only the labour laws but the basic human rights.

Besides labour, responsible sourcing also covers environment-friendly practices that the company has incorporates. The reduced and efficient use of resources and curtailing its carbon footprint are all part of this concept.

When a company wishes to make its stand known as a socially responsible entity, acquiring an internationally-recognized certification for responsible sourcing is essential.

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What is Responsible Sourcing?

Responsible sourcing is a concept where companies ensure that the entire supply chain operates in an ethical, sustainable and socially conscious way. The enterprises incorporate systems that not only help improve quality and performance but also aim to reduce the negative impact on the environmental.

The companies must find such solutions that their activities decrease the use of resources and have an efficient management system. Keeping a check on carbon footprint and pollution are all part of responsible sourcing.

Another major part of the responsible sourcing approach is the welfare of the people involved with the companies. The guidelines state that all enterprises must comply with the local regulations regarding labour laws and human rights. There are also provisions for set employee engagements, workplace safety and hygiene and cleanliness.

Need for Responsible Sourcing

The reforms that a company makes to comply with the responsible sourcing guidelines, leads to many transformations in the operations. These changes are aimed at efficient use of resources, reducing adverse effect on the environment and maintaining good and lawful conditions for employees. 

These reforms might seem specific to certain zones in the companies, however, they impact the entire operation and practices of the enterprise. Making the changes already result in many benefits for the company but they can be a strong base to acquire responsible sourcing certification. 

Gaining certification helps companies make a stand as a socially responsible company in the global market. These certifications lead to reputational as well as financial improvements.

The business will be recognized for its fair practices that will increase the confidence of the customers. An enterprise can use this certification to increase its reach to new markets and gain more business. 

These certifications make for reliable selling points for any business. Furthermore, compliance with national and international laws offers the business a protective shield that can be a strong argument in court in case of any incidents.

Technocrat Consultants helps companies restructure their operations to meet the requirements of responsible sourcing certifications applicable to the respective industry.  

Our Expertise

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Experience

Consulting experience of more than 18 years

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Expertise

Consulting team with domain-specific expertise

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Large satisfied global cliental base

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Consulting

Offering end to end consulting solutions

Consulting Methodology

Concept Building Training

Training to client team about conceptual understanding about the requirements and explaining key triggers for the need of implementation

Gap Analysis Report on Legal Compliances

Our domain expert team shall assess the existing infrastructure and current HR & social compliance legislations and provide detail report of gaps and possible solutions

Articulating the Documented Management System

Development of customized management system including policy, system manuals, system procedures, risk assessment frameworks, security control SOPs/policies and templates 

Implementation Training

Imparting one to one session with key implementation team for the documented management system and its implementation tactics 

Implementation Handholding

Extending consulting support to resolve routine queries and ensure effective implementation of the requirements including worker’s interviews and corporate social responsibility (CSR)

Conducting The Compliance Audit

Consulting team performs a compliance audit covering all requirements and issuance of an audit report 

Closer Of Audit Findings

Assistance and handholding support to the client to close the internal audit findings and get ready for certification assessment 

Face The 2nd Party / 3rd Party Audit

International Certification Bodies / Regulatory Bodies shall conduct a final assessment and issue an audit report 

Closer of Audit Findings

Upon the final closure of audit findings, the client gets a final report and shared to respective master clients

Consulting Support For Subsequent Follow Up & Full Initial Audit

As part of our long-term client relationship, we extend consulting support for all future audits and partnering the journey of growth for our esteemed clients

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