What is ISO 20400?
ISO 20400 is an international standard that provides guidelines on sustainable procurement. The standard can be used by any organization that intends to improve their social, economic, and environmental sustainability.
Why is ISO 20400 important for you?
Considering the growing awareness with regard to sustainable business practices, nationally and internationally, whether required by laws and regulations, promoted by the UN Sustainable Development Goals, or even by the changing societal expectations – there are a myriad of reasons in today’s world that drive organizations to be more sustainable.
In addition, through the guidance of ISO 20400, you can help organizations align their procurement processes in a way that positively contributes to worker rights, legal environmental obligations, and economic equity within and throughout supply chain.
Benefits of ISO 20400 certification
By becoming ISO 20400 certified, you will be able to:
- Help organizations to put in place a sustainable procurement system which takes into account the pillars of sustainable development (economic, social, and environmental aspects) as well as the UN SDGs
- Assist organizations in improving their sustainability within the procurement policy and strategies and the supply chain
- Assist organizations in improving the environmental, social, and economic impacts of procurement activities
- Assist organizations in improving resource usage and reducing costs by adopting a life-cycle approach
- Assist organizations in fostering a systemic approach to engaging all interested parties throughout the supply chain in contributing to sustainability
- Assist organizations in improving their risks management and opportunity realization
- Assist organizations in improving their compliance with national and international regulations
- Assist organizations in gaining international recognition regarding sustainability
PECB Certified ISO 20400 training courses offered by CSR BootIQ
If you want to earn a professional certificate in sustainable procurement and be recognized worldwide, you can find the training that suits you best and chose any of the PECB’s certified courses.