How to Build Resilient Supply Chains with ESG Initiatives
Sustainability now sits at the centre of supply chain discussions, but many businesses still struggle to apply it within procurement in a practical way.
At Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE London 2025, hear from Tristan Edmondson as he takes to the stage to deliver a keynote entitled 'Integration of Sustainability Due Diligence into Procurement Processes'.
To secure your tickets and hear from supply chain specialists, click here.
Implementing ESG
Companies face constant disruption from external sources, from political instability to climate events.
Instead of reacting to each crisis, procurement leaders are focusing on planning ahead and strengthening supply chain resilience.
ESG regulations are shaping this approach, as organisations consider their environmental and social footprint across supplier networks.
Embedding responsible practices into procurement reduces exposure to climate-related disruption, supports local communities and enhances supplier accountability. It also helps encourage fair treatment of workers, which in turn creates reliable supply chain partnerships.
This focus on people and planet supports long-term supply security by building strong relationships and reducing negative environmental impacts.
Responsible supplier partnerships
With ESG measures built into supplier selection and evaluation, companies are not only reducing their impact but also creating positive pressure for suppliers to improve.
Stronger supplier relationships emerge when businesses prioritise worker safety, fair pay and reduced use of harmful chemicals. In procurement terms, this lowers the likelihood of disruptions, strikes or compliance failures.
As suppliers adopt the same practices, resilience spreads throughout the chain. The result is a supply network that can withstand risk while meeting expectations from regulators, investors and customers.
Procurement teams gain both a compliance advantage and a reputation for responsible sourcing.
Using data tools to measure procurement risk
amfori provides businesses with practical tools to put ESG into practice. Its methodology allows procurement teams to assess compliance risks across a wide range of factors, from wages to climate.
The ESG Risk Compass, a dashboard offered by amfori, highlights low to high risk levels across different countries. This enables procurement leaders to prioritise actions and integrate data directly into reporting.
Future developments will expand this tool to include sector-specific ESG risk profiles. For supply chain professionals, this means greater visibility of vulnerabilities and the ability to align procurement strategy with global responsible business standards.
By embedding ESG into procurement, companies reduce risk exposure, improve supplier relationships and create stronger, more resilient supply chains ready to handle uncertainty.
Integration of Sustainability Due Diligence into Procurement Processes
At Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE London, attendees can hear from Tristan Edmondson, UK and Ireland Network Representative at amfori.
The session will take place on Day 1 (23 September) of the event on the Supply Chain Stage at 16:05 (GMT+1).
Tristan will discuss the implementation of ESG practices into procurement processes.
He will also explore practical strategies for the integration of sustainability and how they can help businesses mitigate risk and foster sustainable supplier partnerships.
About Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE London 2025
Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE is returning to the Business Design Centre in London for its annual Global Summit.
This unmissable event is aimed at facilitating knowledge sharing and connections among the world's procurement and supply chain leaders.
Those attending can enjoy inspiring keynotes, engaging panels and exclusive workshops covering a diverse range of topics, including supply chain transformation, procurement technology, sustainability and ESG, AI, finance, logistics and supplier relationship management.
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