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COVID-19 amfori BSCI Audit Extension Continued
amfori has decided to prolong the three month amfori BSCI audit extension until further notice. Collaborating to Enhance amfori's Audit Quality
In January 2021, amfori has signed a memorandum of understanding with HAP, a supply chain technology organisation.
amfori Participates in Social Compliance Benchmarking Consultation
amfori participated in public consultations held by the Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) of the Consumer Goods Forum.
No New Auditing Companies in 2021
amfori BSCI will not accept any new auditing companies in 2021
Update: amfori’s Position on Remote Audits
amfori has re-evaluated its position on remote audits
Update: amfori’s Support to Improving Auditing Quality in Malaysia
An update on amfori’s contribution to a better Malaysian Rubber Glove Industry.
China Toy & Juvenile Product Association Recognises amfori BSCI
amfori BSCI is now officially recognised as one of the accepted international social compliance schemes of new Certified Supplier Initiative (CSI).
Action Against Modern Slavery in Australia
amfori members around the world can now monitor supply chains in the region. Our Approach to Serious Allegations Concerning the Rubber Glove Industry
A reflection on amfori’s engagement with Top Glove Elevate Are Now Eligible to Conduct Audits Globally
As of 24 July 2020, Elevate are no longer subject to any suspension.
Auditing in the Time of COVID-19
The outbreak of the COVID-19 virus has had a global impact on all production levels.
Change in Follow Up Audit Fees
As of 1 January 2020, follow up audits will be charged 125 euros.Audit Integrity: One Year Later
Download our new publication outlining all relevant details, policies, processes and procedures in the core pillars of our Audit Integrity Programme.AsiaInspection is now QIMA
In December 2018, amfori BSCI approved Auditing Company, AsiaInspection became QIMA.Customised Approach to Working With Small Producers
Check out our new tool, the Small Producer Assessment, allowing amfori members to better capture the social performance of small production facilities.Understanding SMEs Sourcing Models and Due Diligence
amfori participated in the OECD’s annual Forum on Due Diligence in the Garment and Footwear Sector to share our experience in supporting SMEs.
Leading the Field: Upgrading FTA’s Audit Integrity Programme
Following an independent 3rd party diagnostic of BSCI’s industry-leading Audit Integrity Programme, FTA is now embarking on significant enhancements to further drive up the quality of all of its auditing activities.
BSCI Auditing Company Acceptance Criteria Update
BSCI is in the final stage of reviewing its Audit Integrity Programme, including the acceptance criteria for auditing companies to join the BSCI auditing pool.
Making the Most out of BSCI
Hong-Kong based retailer of health & beauty products, A.S. Watson Group shares with us its sustainability efforts and reasons for joining BSCI.
BSCI Welcomes APSCA’s Executive Director
The Association of Professional Social Compliance Auditors (APSCA), a BSCI partner organisation in the field of audit quality, has appointed Rona Starr as its Executive Director.
BSCI Integrates Quality Control Checks to Improve Audit Quality
BSCI has introduced as part of its Audit Integrity Programme a new Quality Control (QC) audit to evaluate the performance of auditing companies conducting BSCI audits.New acceptance procedure for BSCI auditing companies
As of 1 May, all auditing companies that wish to start conducting BSCI audits are asked to go through a new acceptance procedure.BSCI strengthens its auditing tools
In 2011, BSCI underwent a process to revise its Self Assessment and audit questionnaires.