ISO 20400 – Sustainable Procurement Conformity Assessment
Overview
ISO 20400 provides guidelines for integrating sustainability into procurement processes. Our assessment helps organizations:
Align purchasing practices with ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) goals
Meet stakeholder expectations for ethical sourcing
Reduce risks in supply chains
Improve compliance with international standards
Who It’s For
Corporations implementing sustainable procurement policies
Public sector organizations with ESG mandates
Suppliers aiming to meet client sustainability requirements
NGOs and institutions promoting ethical supply chains
Why an ISO 20400 Assessment Matters
Risk Mitigation: Identify unsustainable practices in your supply chain
Cost Savings: Optimize procurement through resource-efficient processes
Reputation Boost: Demonstrate commitment to ethical sourcing
Competitive Edge: Qualify for tenders requiring sustainable procurement proof
Scope of Our Remote Assessment
Policy Review: Evaluate procurement policies against ISO 20400 guidelines
Supplier Evaluation: Assess sustainability criteria in vendor selection
Process Audit: Review purchasing workflows for ESG integration
Stakeholder Interviews: Engage with procurement teams and suppliers
Improvement Plan: Prioritized actions to enhance sustainability
Our 6-Step Remote Assessment Process
Scoping Call: Define assessment focus areas
Document Submission: Procurement policies, supplier codes of conduct
Virtual Interviews: Key personnel and supplier discussions
Data Analysis: Review purchasing data and sustainability metrics
Findings Workshop: Present gaps and improvement opportunities
Final Report: Issue Conformity Assessment Certificate
Deliverables
Conformity Assessment Certificate (valid 3 years)
Sustainable Procurement Gap Report
Supplier Engagement Toolkit
Customized Implementation Roadmap
Executive Summary Presentation
Why Company Certification Int.?
Sector-Specific Expertise: Tailored for manufacturing, healthcare, retail, etc.
Actionable Insights: Clear steps to improve procurement sustainability
Global Standards Alignment: Complies with UN SDGs and ESG frameworks
Remote Efficiency: No disruption to operations
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FAQ
Q: Is ISO 20400 certification possible?
A: No, ISO 20400 is a guidance standard (not certifiable). Our Conformity Assessment provides formal recognition of your alignment with its best practices.
Q: How long does the assessment take?
A: Typically 4-6 weeks, depending on organization size and complexity.
Q: Can small businesses benefit from this?
A: Absolutely! We tailor assessments for SMEs with scalable solutions.
Q: What’s the difference between this and ISO 26000?
A: ISO 20400 focuses specifically on sustainable procurement, while ISO 26000 covers broader social responsibility.
Q: Do you assess suppliers too?
A: Yes, we offer supplier sustainability evaluations as an add-on service.
The Certification Process
Online gap analysis allows us to see the current
- quality benchmark within your organization,
- the finances required
- the time required for this project (System and Certification Fee)
Your Estimate will be shared with you in 24 hours.
Upon Estimate Approval the project starts:
- A client executive is assigned to your project
- Contact information is shared with you
- The Payment details are provided to you
All Support is delivered Online.
The Client Executive will provide the Documentation Templates and explain to you how to amend it.
You will be required to perform the following tasks:
- Identify your core or business processes.
- Amend documentation that meets your business needs. (Policy statements, objectives, manuals, work instructions, job descriptions, forms.)
- Encourage employees to be aware of the new documented system
- Review, approve, and distribute the documents to those who need access to the information.
- Ensure procedures are being performed as documented.
- Ensure employees are trained properly for the tasks they are performing.
- Create effective reporting systems.
- Monitor the effectiveness of your processes through the use of measurable data, where possible.
- Review and take action to improve in the areas required.
- Plan internal auditing activities.
- Submit your management system documentation for review to ensure it complies with the applicable standard.
- Prepare for review by an external auditor to confirm that the system’s requirements are being satisfied and that the management system is implemented effectively.
- Obtain ISO Certifcaiton
- This periodic on-site review is usually conducted annually.
- It ensures that the certified business continues to comply with Standard requirements, as confirmed during the Recertification Audit at the certification cycle's outset.
- Most are conducted remotely.
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