What is Sedex?

Sedex is a global organization that facilitates its members' activities in the global supply chain. A non-profit organization that develops responsible and ethical business practices and improvement processes in the global supply chain, Sedex aims to support companies in the supply chain in developing ethical trade.

The Sedex approach supports buyers and suppliers in better managing social and environmental risks through data sharing and exchange, and in using responsible sourcing effectively and effectively.

To this end, it provides tools, guidance, and training to help companies map and manage risks in their supply chains.

Today, more than 60,000 businesses in over 150 countries and across nearly 40 sectors, including food, agriculture, financial services, clothing and apparel, packaging, and chemicals, are Sedex members.

One of the biggest challenges companies face in today's trade relationships is managing the risks arising from the complexity of the supply chain. The presence of numerous companies in the supply chain and the need to monitor them make it difficult for companies to be aware of the risks affecting their operations.

Therefore, using Sedex tools and services helps companies make informed and accurate decisions and improve their performance in the areas of labor rights, health and safety, the environment, and business ethics.

The Sedex organization has 15 years of expertise in responsible sourcing and works with some of the world's most renowned organizations, such as the United Nations and the Ethical Trading Initiative. Sedex believes in the importance of working with accurate information and technologies in the future of global trade.

Today, many companies use Sedex to manage their performance in labor rights, health and safety, the environment, and business ethics. Sedex provides its members with the opportunity to integrate a wide range of data, standards, and certifications, make informed business decisions, and drive continuous improvement across their value chains.