INTRODUCTION Sedex, the Supplier Ethical Data Exchange, is a membership organisation for businesses committed to continuous improvement of the ethical performance of their supply chains.
Companies join Sedex in order to
* use the Sedex web-based system * participate in Sedex governance * participate in working groups * network and engage with other Sedex members * utilise Sedex value-added services
Sedex is a not-for-profit organisation based in London, UK, open for membership to any company anywhere in the world.
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Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI) was founded in 2003 for the purpose of developing the tools and procedures for the European Business Social Compliance Programs. Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI) is the common European platform of retailers, industry and importing companies for monitoring and improving social standards in supplier countries for all consumer goods. The BSCI is based on the labour standards of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and other important international regulations like the UN Charter for Human Rights, as well as on national regulations. The Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI) was officially launched on 30 November 2004. It represents a coordinated effort by the European retail industry to implement a harmonized code of conduct and improve working conditions in supplier countries on a voluntary basis. The driving force behind the BSCI is the Brussels -based Foreign Trade Association (FTA), which is the association for European commerce lobbying particularly on foreign trade issues.
What are the benefits of the BSCI?
The benefits of the BSCI as a broad and comprehensive monitoring system for social standards in the supply chain are numerous:
Synergy effects, reduction of multiple auditing thereby reducing costs are one characteristic. Factories/companies which are being audited can improve their competitiveness through improved social standards as better working conditions and an improved management system leads to better product quality, higher productivity, fewer work accidents, less sick leave producing more highly motivated workers and lower staff turnover. The result of this is an improvement ethically, but also economically for both involved employers as well as employees. The economic advantages in this respect - in parallel taking into account the objectives to reduce excessive overtime and raise salaries where necessary, have been shown in research studies in this field. Therefore, benefits of the individual company also have a positive effect on the broad public.
Does the BSCI provide a certification?
The BSCI is not a certification system and therefore does not issue a certificate. The BSCI provides a specific process with uniform management instruments for Members, suppliers, auditors and qualifiers. This approach ensures uniform audit procedures and evaluation and therefore comparability of the results.
If I do not get a certificate what do I receive as proof of the audit?
The cover page of the audit report outlining the results and the validity of the audit can be displayed in the factory premises and be used as proof of the audit.
Which products are covered by the BSCI?
Audits within the BSCI can be conducted in any production facility worldwide.
The type of articles covered by the BSCI varies widely. There are quite a number of department stores as members, who sell all sorts of soft goods, clothing, home textiles, small appliances, toys, and accessories. There are also members that focus on one particular product group, for example clothing stores, shoe retailers, baby products, or sports goods. For the implementation of the BSCI in the food industry, the BSCI has developed a special module for the primary production (farms)
BSCI Social Requirements
Management Practice.
Documentation.
Working Time
Remuneration.
Child labour/Young Labour
Forced Labour/Discrepancy Measures/Prison Labour.
Freedom of Association and Collective Bargain.
No Discrimination.
Working Conditions.
Health and Social Facilities.
Occupational Safety and Health.
Dormitories.
Environment.
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Social Accountability 8000 (SA8000)has been developed by Social Accountability International (SAI), known until recently as the Council on Economic Priorities Accreditation Agency.
SA8000 is promoted as a voluntary,universal standard for companies interested in auditing and certifying labour practices in their facilities and those of their suppliers and vendors. It is designed for independent third party certification.
SA8000 is based on the principles of international human rights norms as described in International Labour Organisation conventions, the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
It measures the performance of companies in eight key areas: child labour, forced labour, health and safety, free association and collective bargaining, discrimination, disciplinary practices, working hours and compensation. SA8000 also provides for a social accountability management system to demonstrate ongoing conformance with the standard.
SA 8000 standard is composed of 9 requirements:
Child labour is not permitted
Forced labour is not permitted
Health and safety have to be assured
Freedom to organize and collective bargaining have to be guaranteed
Discrimination is not permitted
Disciplinary practices are not permitted
Working hours shall not exceed 48 hrs a week, with a maximum of 12 hrs overtime
Remuneration shall be sufficient
Management systems shall guarantee that the Requirements are effectively satisfied
Who should apply :- 1) Companies seeking to independently verify their social record.
2) Companies seeking to independently verify their own social record and that of their contractor.Contractors that produce goods for U.S. and European companies and wish to demonstrate to companies and consumers that they are treating workers development
3) Multilateral organizations seeking to ensure that they procure from companies that are not exploitative.
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A. ISO 9001 is a set of rules that companies follow to assure that they have the systems needed to meet their customers' needs. It involves writing procedures, following them, and getting the same audited by an accredited registrar who after satisfying himself (by examining the systems) will certify that the required standards are being followed and will then grant certification.
Q. What are the phases involved in getting ISO 9001 certification.
A.The phases of ISO 9001 certification consists of two parts i.e., documentation and certification. The documentation part can be done in house or by the help of a consultant. Normally every company takes the services of an experienced consultant to develop and introduce the system. The certification is done by an agency accredited in this regard. The certification agency normally divides into activities into two parts documentation review, which may be done with or without visits to your works and compliance audit that is conducted at your site.
Q. What does it cost to get ISO 9001 certification?
A. This depends on several factors as size and complexity
of operations, number of locations of plants, willingness of
owners, type of standards to be implemented etc.
Q. How long does it take to get ISO 9001 Certification.
A. Depending upon the commitment of the owner-managers,
the time taken could be 1 to 3 months.
Q. What is the validity period of ISO 9001 Certification.
A. An ISO certification is granted initially for a period of three years.
Q. Is there any fine on non-compliance after obtaining ISO 9001 certification?
A. No there is no provision of any fine in such circumstances.
Q. Can there be surprise audits to see if the ISO 9001 standards are being adhered to after certification is obtained?
A. There is no such thing as a spot/ surprise ISO 9001 audit. Once the certification is obtained then only surveillance audits are conducted, every year or so that too with prior information.
Q. Can the ISO certification be revoked?
A. Yes, but you will be given every opportunity to correct problems before such drastic action is taken.
Q. Do we have to keep additional manpower for continuous implementation of ISO standards.
A. No. While introducing and implementing the standards the consultants must train your personnel's as to how the standards are to be implemented on day to day basis. One or more of your staff members are usually trained by consultants to conduct internal audits as per the requirements of ISO 9001. Or you could utilize the services of consultants at nominal fee.
Q: What are the advantages of ISO 9001:2008?
A:1. Passport for International Market.
2. Professional Image.
3. Increased customer confidence.
4. Improved quality cut in costs owing to rejection control
5. Clarity of responsibility and authority.
6. Better and Defined system.
7. Consistent Quality.
8. Improved Cycle Time.
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