It is to ensure that ethical and responsible business practices are upheld within your supply chain. By undergoing a SMETA audit, your company demonstrates a commitment to transparency, social responsibility, and ethical sourcing, which aligns with your buyer’s values and helps build trust and accountability throughout the supply chain.

Becoming part of the Sedex database involves conducting a SMETA audit within your organization. Upon achieving a successful audit outcome, you’ll have the opportunity to register on the Sedex platform. This allows you to share your SMETA audit reports with fellow members and customers, fostering transparency and ethical business practices. As part of the process, you will also be required to complete a self-evaluation form and determine your membership category.

Sedex offers different membership categories based on your organization’s profile and scope of operations. These categories include:

1. A: Buyer Member: Organizations that primarily purchase goods or services and wish to engage suppliers in responsible sourcing practices.
2. AB: Buyer/Supplier Member: Companies that both purchase and supply products/services and seek to uphold ethical standards across their entire supply chain.
3. B: Supplier Member: Suppliers that provide products/services to other organizations and are committed to ethical and responsible practices.

• Global Recognition: Membership in Sedex demonstrates your commitment to ethical trade
• Collaboration Opportunities: Collaborate on initiatives to drive positive change in supply chain sustainability.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify potential risks within your supply chain, allowing for proactive measures to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.

No, it’s not permissible to feature the Sedex logo on your product as Sedex is not intended for product certification. Instead, Sedex involves an audit process that results in the creation of an audit report

Sedex SMETA Audit enhances transparency, reputation, and working conditions. It mitigates risks, boosts competitiveness, and aligns with global trends. SMETA promotes responsible practices, legal compliance, and collaborative growth, contributing to a positive impact on your organization and society.

• Preparation and Planning: Consultants help you prepare for the audit by assessing your current practices, identifying gaps, and developing a comprehensive action plan to address areas of improvement.
• Document Preparation: Consultants assist in creating and organizing the necessary documentation, ensuring that records, policies, and procedures are in place and ready for review.
• Training and Education: Consultants provide training to your team, enhancing their understanding of Sedex requirements, ethical principles, and the audit process, fostering a culture of compliance.
• Audit Support: During the audit, consultants offer guidance, address auditor queries, and ensure a smooth and efficient assessment, minimizing disruptions to your operation
• Post-Audit Improvement: Consultants assist in analyzing audit findings, helping your company prioritize and implement recommended changes for sustained ethical and responsible practices.

Certainly, you will not receive a certificate following a SMETA audit. The outcome of a SMETA audit leads to the generation of an audit report, which is subsequently uploaded onto the Sedex platform.