Sedex (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange) is a global platform that helps companies manage and improve their supply chain sustainability and labor standards. It is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2003 and is based in the United Kingdom.
Sedex offers a range of services and tools to help companies improve their supply chain management, including a database of supplier information, training and guidance on ethical sourcing, and a self-assessment tool to help companies identify and address ethical and sustainability risks in their supply chain. The platform also enables companies to share information about their supply chain practices with customers, stakeholders, and other interested parties.
Sedex is widely used in the retail and consumer goods sector, but it is also used by companies in other industries, such as manufacturing, construction, and logistics. It has over 50,000 member companies in over 150 countries.
Overall, Sedex is a valuable resource for companies that are looking to improve their supply chain sustainability and labor standards, and for organizations and individuals interested in understanding and promoting ethical practices in global supply chains.