ISO 20400:2017 – Sustainable Procurement

The ISO 20400:2017 Sustainable Procurementurse introduces participants to the key principles, guidelines, and best practices of sustainable procurement. Sustainable procurement integrates environmental, social, and economic factors into the procurement process, ensuring that organizations minimize their negative impacts and promote long-term sustainability.

Course Objectives:

Understand the core principles of ISO 20400:2017 and its relevance to sustainable procurement.
Learn how to integrate sustainability considerations into procurement decisions.
Identify environmental, social, and economic risks and opportunities associated with procurement activities.
Develop skills for managing supplier relationships to ensure compliance with sustainability standards.

Course Content:

Module1: Introduction to Sustainable Procurement and ISO 20400:2017

Overview of the course structure and objective
Definition and key principles of sustainable procurement
The relationship between procurement and sustainability (environmental, social, and economic factors)
Overview of the ISO 20400:2017 standard
Structure and key components of the standard
Roles and responsibilities in sustainable procurement

Module2: Integration of Sustainability into Procurement Practices

Integration of Sustainability into Procurement Practices
How to align procurement with organizational sustainability goals
Life-cycle costing (LCC) and life-cycle thinking in procurement decision
Developing a sustainable procurement strategy
Supplier Evaluation and Engagement

Module3: Implementing, Managing, and Reporting on Sustainable Procurement

Risk Management in Sustainable Procurement
Identifying and managing risks in the procurement process (environmental, social, and economic risks)
Tools for risk assessment and mitigation
Prioritizing high-impact areas for sustainable procurement
Measuring and Reporting on Sustainable Procurement
Defining key performance indicators (KPIs) for sustainable procurement
Methods for tracking progress and reporting on sustainability achievements
Internal and external reporting requirements (e.g., sustainability reports, stakeholder communication)

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