Co-op Sound Sourcing

SOUND SOURCING E-TOOLKIT

Support

CRITERIA

Exploitation of Labour

Freedom of Association & Collective Bargaining

Safe & Hygienic Working Environment

Accommodation

Child Labour

Living Wages To Be Paid

Working Hours Are Not Excessive

No Discrimination

Regular Employment

No Harsh Or Inhumane Treatment

Continual Improvement

General

Code

Law

Assess

Action Plan

e-Toolkit for Suppliers to reach Co-op's Sound Sourcing Standards

This online Toolkit helps suppliers to meet the requirements of the Co-op's Sound Sourcing system, which is based on the criteria required for Ethical Trading.

This e-Toolkit aims to:

Educate suppliers on Co-op Sound Sourcing Standards and Ethical Trade
Help suppliers meet Co-op Sound Sourcing Standards
Provide assurance to Co-op on Supply Chain Standards
Enable suppliers to submit self-assessment reports and action plans directly to the Co-operative Group
graphic: toolkit

This e-Toolkit has materials to support suppliers, including a search engine, site map, guide, some 'webby' help, & answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). These are found in the support menu at the top of each screen. Within the toolkit there links to other appropriate sites, keeping information up to date, and providing you with all you need to know.

Before you begin working through the programme you need to:

1: Locate and save your unique Supplier Number - you need this number to complete self assessments for submission into the Co-op database.

2: Submit information about your company. You will be directed to a log-in screen where you enter your unique supplier number, this number is also your password. Complete the questions and submit your Company profile . You will be directed back to the toolkit.

3: Check out the on-line guide to see how it works.

4: Then you may begin your self assessment and action planning.