- Suppliers are treated equally to a common, agreed and endorsed audit protocol devloped in association with the buyers.
- Minimised duplication and costs of factory assessments from the global utlity buyers.
- A transparent and ordered approach to audit.
- Provides a learning opportunity for the supplier to plan continuous improvement actions, based on the Improvement Plan developed between the auditor and the supplier.
- Audits may support reduced insurance premiums.
To request a factory assessment, please email apugsms@achilles.com.