CSDDD

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Embedding responsibility & sustainability in supply chains

The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) requires companies to identify, prevent, and address human rights and environmental risks across their operations and value chains. From tackling forced labour and modern slavery to mitigating impacts on climate, biodiversity, and land use, the directive establishes binding obligations for responsible business conduct.

NQC’s SUPPLIERASSURANCE platform helps organisations prepare by combining supplier-led traceability, OECD-aligned risk assessment, evidence collection, and corrective action tracking. Trusted by global leaders, it enables companies to demonstrate due diligence and build transparent, compliant, and sustainable supply chains.

 

Understanding CSDDD & its impact on supply chains

The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) introduces complex obligations for companies across all sectors. Which entities are in scope, what responsibilities apply, and what evidence will regulators expect? This section outlines the directive’s practical requirements and how organisations can begin preparing for compliance now.

CSDDD Compliance by the Numbers

5%
Maximum fine of global turnover for non-compliance.
7000
Estimated number of organisations directly in scope of the CSDDD.
24%
…of in-scope companies operate in the manufacturing sector.

The CSDDD Due Diligence process

The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) makes due diligence a legal requirement, obliging companies to identify, prevent, and address human rights and environmental risks. NQC’s SUPPLIERASSURANCE platform helps organisations comply by mapping risks, engaging suppliers, and tracking corrective actions to demonstrate accountability and meet regulatory expectations.
Identify risks & map suppliers

Identify risks & map suppliers

Gain visibility across operations and value chains to pinpoint human rights and environmental risks. SUPPLIERASSURANCE enables supplier-led mapping and data collection to build a defensible due diligence foundation.

Assess & prioritise impacts

Assess & prioritise impacts

Apply OECD-aligned risk assessment to evaluate, rank, and focus on the most material risks. The platform helps teams target the suppliers and areas where intervention is most needed.

Mitigate, track & report progress

Mitigate, track & report progress

Implement corrective actions, monitor outcomes, and maintain verifiable evidence of improvement. SUPPLIERASSURANCE provides an audit-ready record that demonstrates compliance and continuous progress.

Frequently asked questions

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