Reasons for the Increasing Demand for CSR Audits (such as SMETA, BSCI, SA8000, RSCI) in our Region
The demand for CSR audits in the Balkan region is rapidly growing due to the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) and the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (SCDDA). The CSDDD aims to make companies in the EU legally responsible for ensuring sustainability and human rights compliance throughout their supply chains. The German Supply Chain Act places further pressure on companies with headquarters or significant operations in Germany, where many large global brands are based.
Since a significant number of manufacturers supplying these brands are located in the Balkan region, these laws will directly affect them. These suppliers must meet strict requirements on human rights, environmental standards, and ethical business practices to continue working with EU-based companies, especially those operating in Germany. As a result, CSR audits such as SMETA, BSCI, SA8000, and RSCI have become crucial for compliance and maintaining partnerships with these brands.
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