In markets where ESG is becoming a prerequisite, EcoVadis provides a trusted framework to measure, demonstrate, and continually improve performance across Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. It is used worldwide by major supply chains and their suppliers to gain visibility and enable objective performance comparisons.
What EcoVadis Is (in simple terms)
EcoVadis is a sustainability/CSR assessment system (not a certification). It scores companies from 0–100 and awards medals (Platinum/Gold/Silver/Bronze) based on documented policies, actions, and results. It applies to organizations of all sizes and sectors that need to meet customer/investor requirements and increase supply-chain transparency.
Who Benefits Most
Suppliers to multinationals / export-oriented companies invited to be assessed
Manufacturing, logistics, HoReCa, retail, and service providers
Organizations already certified to standards such as ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 37001 (existing evidence and mature processes accelerate documentation)
How the Assessment Works (step by step)
Questionnaire tailored to your industry, company size, and country
Evidence submission (policies, procedures, certifications, KPIs, reports)
Expert review & scoring by EcoVadis across four pillars:
Environment
Labour & Human Rights
Ethics (anti-corruption, fair competition)
Sustainable Procurement
Scorecard with strengths, gaps, and an improvement plan
Annual reassessment to drive continuous improvement
Scoring System
Policies (25%) – formal statements, targets, governance
Actions (40%) – implemented programs, procedures, certifications
Results (35%) – measurable KPIs, reports, demonstrated performance
Timeline & Effort
Preparation begins with gathering and organizing evidence typically a few weeks depending on readiness. EcoVadis then reviews submissions within 6–8 weeks. End-to-end, the full cycle preparation through meaningful improvements usually takes 3–4 months, and can be faster for companies with established ISO systems.
Business Benefits
Differentiation in tenders and supplier programs that require EcoVadis
Stronger ESG brand and greater trust from customers and investors
Reduced legal/operational risk and better compliance
Supply-chain transparency and targeted, data-driven improvements
At QLC, we manage the entire journey from gap analysis and evidence build-out to targeted KPIs and an improvement roadmap, so you raise your EcoVadis score and strengthen trust with customers and suppliers. Get in touch for a requirements diagnosis and a tailored action plan.