The supplier risks , a challenge requiring vigilance to secure your supply chain

In a globalized economy, supply chain disruptions, resource shortages, and cost increases impact you as a contractor. By identifying these risks early on, you strengthen your organization's resilience and secure your supply chain.

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The benefits of a supplier risk approach

Are you a buyer or purchasing manager who has to manage numerous service providers, suppliers, and subcontractors? You know that supplier risks can undermine your CSR commitments, regulatory compliance, and the strength of your relationships with internal decision-makers. With the AFNOR Group's risk mapping platform, you benefit from a strategic tool, designed by and for buyers, to manage your purchases responsibly throughout the entire life cycle of your products or services.

Source of figures: AgileBuyer-CNA

55 000business bankruptcies in 2024

2 out of 3Purchasing departments rank supplier failure as the number one risk.

42 %purchasing departments concerned about cyber risk

40 %Purchasing departments use AI on a daily basis.

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Implement a supplier risk management approach in 3 steps

Rely on a robust foundation of 13 CSR issues (environmental, societal, governance) to create a clear and comprehensive risk map, by purchasing category (950) and by country (170). The data is consolidated by AFNOR business experts and cross-referenced with reliable sources: ILO, World Bank, COFACE, etc.
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Each purchasing family benefits from personalized recommendations based on industry benchmarks. This allows you to mitigate gross risks, build a structured improvement plan, challenge your suppliers, and refine your specifications.
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Certification guarantees comprehensive management of the physical document lifecycle: handling of documents as archives, referencing, storage, and disposal in accordance with best practices.

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Supplier risk standards
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NF ISO 31000
Risk Management – Guidelines
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NF ISO 20400
Responsible Purchasing – Guidelines
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NF ISO 37001
Anti-corruption management system
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NF EN ISO 26000
Guidelines on corporate social responsibility
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NF EN 17687
Public procurement - Integrity and accountability
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Assessing supplier risks

Does your business rely on suppliers, service providers, or subcontractors? What risks do they pose if they fail? Our tools enable you to protect yourself: discover Acesia and risk mapping.

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The ISO 37001 training programs enable professionals to gain recognized expertise in anti-corruption management. These training modules are designed for compliance officers, internal auditors, and executives who wish to master risk prevention mechanisms.
The training covers the evaluation of business partners and the implementation of appropriate due diligence procedures. Participants develop their skills in vulnerability mapping and the continuous improvement of control mechanisms. This expertise is particularly valuable during negotiations with international suppliers.
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