STR is the foremost international provider of services to ensure corporate social responsibility in the workplace. Through our CSCC division, we work with Global 1000 corporations and many of the world’s most recognizable brands to ensure their supply chain partners comply fully with applicable local legal requirements, worker welfare and health and safety standards, and corporate codes of conduct.
With an extensive network of resources – over 20 offices operating in more than 115 countries worldwide – we can create customized risk management solutions that address the socially responsible sourcing expectations of consumers, shareholders, employees, and policy makers.
Corporate Social Responsibility Programs
CSCC works with companies to develop programs that are compatible with their corporate values.
- Programs can be designed from idea to implementation or we can work with clients to evaluate and improve existing programs.
- Our broad experience includes social facility monitoring, educational seminars and in-house training, research and development, and certification services and special programs.
- We provide added value in facilitating stakeholder and shareholder interaction and non-governmental organization engagement on behalf of clients.
Social Audit
A CSCC Social Audit is an objective and credible assessment of supply chain conditions, providing valuable guidance on preventive and corrective actions, reducing risk of legal sanctions, and preventing adverse public exposure.
Our auditors collect and compare data from observational tours, private employee interviews, examination of documents, and consultation with factory management. Upon completion of the audit, our auditors communicate their findings to factory management and provide guidance on recommendations for corrective action.
Social Audits can be combined with any of our other services for comprehensive supply chain risk management solutions.
Education and Training
The foundation of a successful social responsibility program begins with education and training. We can address topics such as code of conduct requirements, corrective action implementation, and skill-specific workshops. Our programs can be tailored and delivered to any part of a client’s supply chain, including:
- Corporate executives and management
- Retail buyers
- In-house audit staff
- Vendors and agents
- Factory management
- Factory staff
- Store-level associates
Research and Development Services
CSCC's Research Department is the premiere industry resource for country laws and international standards, industry news and trends, special projects, and customized tools. We maintain a comprehensive library encompassing the responsible sourcing body of knowledge that can be made available to clients:
- Code of Conduct drafting services
- Benchmarking and program analysis
- Customized tools formulation
- Development of in-depth industry profiles
- Special projects and stakeholder engagement initiatives
Social Certification Services and Special Programs
CSCC is an accredited monitor for numerous industry-specific and social certification programs including:
- Social Accountability International (SA8000)
- International Council of Toy Industries (ICTI)
- Worldwide Responsible Apparel Production (WRAP)
- Fair Labor Association (FLA)
We are a signatory of the United Nations Global Compact and a member of Business for Social Responsibility.
For additional information on Social Standards Certification, click here, and to learn more about CSCC services visit www.cscc-online.com.
