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PPN 03/24:  Making The Common Assessment Standard the New Industry Benchmark

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The Benefits of Adopting an OECD-Aligned Due Diligence for CSDDD compliance

The Benefits of Adopting an OECD-Aligned Due Diligence for CSDDD compliance

CSDDD specifically recommends adopting a due diligence strategy aligned with recommendations by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) contained within the Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises and Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Business Conduct. This blog looks at the benefits of adopting an OECD-aligned due diligence strategy.

What is the value of supply chain auditing? 

What is the value of supply chain auditing? 

The increase in the prominence of the ‘S’ of ESG…

Germany Takes First Steps in Implementing CSRD: What You Need to Know

Germany Takes First Steps in Implementing CSRD: What You Need to Know

As one of the first adopters of European supply chain…

Utilities Dynamic Market and Dynamic Market Notice : Everything You Need to Know

Utilities Dynamic Market and Dynamic Market Notice : Everything You Need to Know

The Procurement Act 2023 (expected to go-live in Oct 2024)…

An Introduction to EU Forced Labour Regulation  

An Introduction to EU Forced Labour Regulation  

On the 13 March 2024, the European Union agreed to adopt legislation…

An update on the CSDDD – what it now means for businesses and what is likely to happen next 

An update on the CSDDD – what it now means for businesses and what is likely to happen next 

You could be forgiven for losing track of where things…

Greenstalling: how to avoid the latest net-zero business barrier

Greenstalling: how to avoid the latest net-zero business barrier

You may have heard of greenwashing – but are you…

What are Scope 3 emissions and why do they matter?

What are Scope 3 emissions and why do they matter?

Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are categorised based on their sources…

Brilliant ways to improve your sustainability credentials and grow your business

Brilliant ways to improve your sustainability credentials and grow your business

In today’s competitive business landscape, sustainability isn’t just a trend—it’s…

The 5 qualities of a perfect supplier

The 5 qualities of a perfect supplier

What does the perfect supplier look like in the eyes…

Navigating the PPN 03/23 alongside the Common Assessment Standard:  Efficient, Compliant Procurement

Navigating the PPN 03/23 alongside the Common Assessment Standard:  Efficient, Compliant Procurement

PPN 03/23 revises procurement to streamline and standardise selection of suppliers. It aims to provide clarity to the pre-qualification process

Navigating CBAM: Understanding Impacts and Compliance Strategies for EITE Industries

Navigating CBAM: Understanding Impacts and Compliance Strategies for EITE Industries

Climate change mitigation efforts are a global priority and governments…