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Unlocking your suppliers’ willingness to engage with workers

Suppliers play a crucial role in driving change and shaping the working lives of workers. However, getting suppliers to willingly sign up to allow worker engagement systems to be introduced can be quite challenging. In this blog post, we will explore strategies to unlock supplier buy-in and interest in the benefits of worker engagement.

Auditing, Human RightsLea EsterhuizenJune 26, 2023worker voice, suppliers, due diligence

Direct Worker Reporting and Worker Voice Technologies - how are they related?

We conduct Direct Worker Reporting for our clients. What then is the difference between Direct Worker Reporting and Worker Voice Technologies?

Auditing, Human Rights, SustainabilityLea EsterhuizenMay 7, 2021worker voice, technology, data

Three ways to use Direct Worker Reporting (aka Worker Voice)

Where does Direct Worker Voice fit into your responsible sourcing strategy? We run through three major ways you can incorporate Direct Worker Reporting to your responsible sourcing programme for maximum impact and value.

Reflections on SEDEX 2018

It was refreshing to observe a change in tone and seriousness during the annual SEDEX conference.

How can workers breathe new life into auditing?

We have long been whining about the shortcomings of auditing, but a widespread abandonment of the role of the auditor is not going to happen anytime soon. Why?

Are worker voice tools really about workers’ voices?

How do these worker voice tools work and how can we better distinguish between gathering data on working conditions and being involved in the dialogue itself?

AuditingLea EsterhuizenMarch 17, 2016worker voice, data