Responsible Supply Chain Services

Winning with responsible supply chain management.

Supply chains are under increased scrutiny from customers, regulators, and consumers.

Organizations that proactively embed sustainable business practices are not only better positioned to meet these demands, but they are also more likely to reduce risk and gain competitive advantage. Scrutiny of sourcing and sustainable supply chain management practices is increasing in all directions. Customers are expanding their supplier codes of conduct to include new requirements and increased transparency as a baseline for doing business. Regulators are holding companies responsible for ensuring human rights, preventing forced and child labor, mitigating climate impacts, and showing sourcing transparency. And consumers want to know where and how their products are made.

BDO’s team of experienced supply chain sustainability professionals help companies navigate regulatory changes and meet stakeholder demands, while deploying sustainable practices for competitive advantage, including:

  • Mapping supply chains to help improve continuity and control, as well as manage costs
  • Identifying risks and establishing resiliency plans for sustainable supply chain management
  • Redesigning products and processes to help capture efficiencies that can lower costs and decrease complexity
  • Utilizing data-driven systems for compliance and strategic decision-making
  • Creating clear codes of conduct that set expectations and help build strong supplier relationships

Responsible supply chain management enables organizations to build resilience and agility, so organizations can quickly respond to market opportunities and support both long- and short-term growth.

How BDO Can Help

Compliance and Reporting

Identify regulations by jurisdiction and industry, as well as supplier compliance requirements that can help increase contract opportunities and RFPs, including Ecovadis and other sustainability certifications.

Customs and Trade

Support import and export requirements to help facilitate compliance, expedite distribution, and navigate complex regulatory requirement logistics.

Policies and Procedures

Create codes of conduct, supplier due diligence, supplier training, and enforcement mechanisms to promote compliance and continuity across the value chain.

Risk Management and Incident Response

Identify gaps and vulnerabilities, including human rights, child and forced labor, climate change and regulatory compliance, and assist with incident response where issues are identified.

Supply Chain Mapping

Map entire value chains, upstream and downstream, building data systems for traceability and transparency, while identifying areas for logistics and tariff efficiency, as well as overall cost savings.

Key Supply Chain Regulations to Watch

Responsible supply chain regulations are increasing, and some disclosures apply to companies even if they aren’t domiciled in a particular country. Below is a list of key regulations that have broad scope and significant requirements. Contact BDO to learn more about the regulations that may apply to your organization. Sign up for our Policy Updates to stay informed.

  • EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)
  • Canada S-211 Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act (S-211)
  • U.S. Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) 
  • EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) 
  • EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)

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