Sustainable Procurement: An Introduction to ISO 20400

Course Title: Sustainable Procurement: An Introduction to ISO 20400 🌱

Course Instructor: Ross Maynard 👩‍🏫

Headline: Making your Organisation's Procurement Practices Sustainable

Course Description:

In an era where environmental stewardship and social responsibility are paramount, organisations are increasingly looking to minimise their impact on the planet and society. Sustainable Procurement: An Introduction to ISO 20400 is your gateway to transforming procurement practices within your organisation to align with these crucial values.

Why Sustainable Procurement Matters:

• Reduce Environmental Impact: Learn how to make your purchasing decisions more sustainable and lessen your environmental footprint.
• Enhance Ethical Standards: Discover the importance of ethical sourcing and the impact it has on communities and the global supply chain.
• Drive Competitive Advantage: Understand how sustainable procurement can provide a competitive edge by reducing costs and managing risks effectively.

What You'll Learn in this Course:

📈 Understanding Sustainable Procurement:

• What sustainable procurement entails and its significant benefits for your organisation.

🌍 Drivers for Change:

• Insights into the social, economic, and environmental factors influencing the shift towards more sustainable procurement practices.

⚖️ ISO 20400 Framework:

• Explore the role of ISO 20400 as a global standard in guiding organisations towards implementing sustainable procurement policies.

🔍 Core Subject Areas of ISO 20400:

• Dive into the seven subject areas outlined by ISO 20400 and understand their relevance to your procurement processes.

📐 Five Stage Sustainable Procurement Model:

• Learn about the comprehensive model that will guide you through the process of integrating sustainability into procurement.

🔄 Evaluating Current Practices:

• Tools and strategies to assess your organisation's current procurement approach and identify areas for improvement.

📊 Performance Measures:

• Key performance indicators that can help you track the effectiveness of your sustainable procurement initiatives.

💸 Cost Analysis:

• Techniques to compare suppliers, evaluate costs, and make informed decisions that align with sustainability goals.

✅ Verifying Sustainability in Your Supply Chain:

• Learn how to ensure that your suppliers uphold the highest standards of sustainability.

Your Journey Towards Sustainability: This course is not just about understanding the principles of sustainable procurement and ISO 20400; it's about taking actionable steps to apply these principles effectively within your organisation. By the end of this course, you will be equipped with the knowledge to:

• Review and enhance your current procurement practices.
• Develop a roadmap for sustainable procurement that is tailored to your organisation's specific needs.
• Measure and report on sustainability performance in procurement.

Join us on this vital journey towards making your organisation's procurement practices not just efficient, but responsible and sustainable. 🌍💼

Enroll now and embark on the path to a greener, more ethical future for your organisation with Sustainable Procurement: An Introduction to ISO 20400. Let's build a legacy of sustainability together! 🚀🎉