Organizations interested in sustainable development should develop Sustainable Procurement Guidelines and Procedures. Sustainable procurement guidelines and procedures involve a holistic approach to developing more responsible procurement and supply chain strategies.
These guidelines and procedures frequently include methods of measuring sustainability, sustainable procurement standards and best practice.
Such guideline are an important part of formulating a successful action plan and quantifying the benefits generated by its implementation.
When it comes to purchasing products or services, referral to these guidelines helps to establish an organization as a leader in environmentally responsible purchasing.
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