Global services and international supply chains have become a central part of an organization's operational strategy. It has proven valuable for increasing gross and net margins because of key advantages of labor, quality, and logistics. However, it is increasingly recognized that with these advantages come risks.
Supply chain risks embedded in the chase for margins are real. These risks are often non-financial in nature. They are associated with social, ethical, environmental, health & safety and product quality/safety factors - and can easily and rapidly undue margin gains realized by efficient logistics. Mitigation of these risk factors is critical and feasible through consistent and disciplined assessments and monitoring.
Features and benefits
Reputation and brand enhancement
BSI’s reputation for professionalism and independence will help you demonstrate to customers and stakeholders that your systems and processes have been assessed by the ‘best there is’ thereby enhancing your own reputation and brand.
Professional auditing expertise
Partnering with a professional assessment organization means that your assessments are delivered by skilled, specialized, highly qualified assessors, with a systematic approach to assessments.
Cost reduction
By augmenting your assessment services with BSI you can reduce costs, particularly in cases where assessments are spread over a wide geographic area. BSI has over 2200 staff in more than 100 countries. Additionally, assessors are paid only for the assessments actually delivered so you have reduced overhead costs.
Supply chain management and supplier approval
We can assess your suppliers to ensure that your supply is maintained to your specific requirements and standards. With our wide global network and multi-sector competence we can also help you evaluate the capabilities of potential suppliers and ensure that your CSR – Corporate Social Responsibility - standards are adhered to.
Competitive advantage
Our assessment and certification services add value to your operation by ensuring that your business objectives constantly feed into the day-to-day systems, processes and working practices.
Establishing your best practices
We can help you create your own reference standard or specification by determining the best practices for your organization. Measurable and auditable best practices can be formalized for consistency.
Who is it for?
Global assessment and monitoring, often referred to as 2nd party auditing, is relevant for any organization – regardless of size or sector – looking to:
- protect the brand;
- mitigate risk throughout the supply chain or external manufacturing base;
- reduce costs associated with internal programs;
- proactively address sustainability and continuity, and;
- improve upon transparency for its stakeholders & customers.
