Supply Chain Assurance
Assurance and certification services that secure supply chains, reduce risk, and build trust across global trade networks.
Supply Chain Assurance Services
Build a resilient, transparent, and ethical supply chain with BQCIS's end-to-end assurance services. We provide the visibility and verification you need to manage risk, ensure compliance, and protect your brand reputation. From qualifying new suppliers to verifying the provenance of raw materials, our global network of experts helps you build a supply chain you can trust. **Our digitized solutions and on-the-ground expertise help you navigate the complexities of global sourcing with confidence. This comprehensive oversight strengthens your competitive advantage and ensures seamless access to international markets.**
Our Supply Chain Assurance Capabilities
Supplier Qualification & Onboarding
Vetting new suppliers to ensure they meet your quality, technical, and ethical standards before integration.
Supplier Performance Management
Ongoing monitoring and auditing of supplier performance to drive continuous improvement and ensure consistency.
Second-Party Audits
Conducting audits of your suppliers on your behalf, against your specific criteria and code of conduct.
Vendor Risk Management
Identifying and mitigating geopolitical, operational, financial, and cybersecurity risks within your supply base.
Capability Audits
Assessing a supplier's technical and production capabilities.
Financial Health Assessment
Evaluating a supplier's financial stability and operational viability.
Code of Conduct Agreement
Verifying adherence to ethical, social, and environmental standards.
Onboarding Process Verification
Ensuring new suppliers are seamlessly integrated and compliant.
Performance Scorecards & KPIs
Developing and monitoring key performance indicators for suppliers.
Continuous Monitoring Audits
Regular checks to ensure ongoing compliance and performance.
Supplier Corrective Action (SCAR)
Managing and verifying corrective actions for identified non-conformities.
Annual Performance Audits
Comprehensive yearly reviews of supplier overall performance.
Audits Against Your Standards
Verifying supplier compliance with your specific quality and operational requirements.
Manufacturing Process Audits
Assessing the efficiency and quality control of production processes.
White-Label Audits
Conducting discreet audits under your brand to ensure compliance.
Quality System Audits
Evaluating the effectiveness of a supplier's quality management system.
Supplier Risk Profiling
Categorizing suppliers based on their potential impact and likelihood of failure.
Geopolitical & Location Risk
Assessing risks related to a supplier's operating region, including political stability and natural disasters.
Business Continuity Assessment
Evaluating a supplier's plans for maintaining operations during disruptions.
Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
Assessing a supplier's data protection and cybersecurity measures.
Product & Process Assurance
Ethical Sourcing & Traceability
Verifying the origin of raw materials and ensuring compliance with ethical and sustainable sourcing standards.
Product Inspection
Quality control inspections at every stage, from pre-production and in-process checks to final pre-shipment verification.
Logistics & Security Assurance
Auditing and certifying your logistics and transportation security practices against standards like C-TPAT and TAPA.
Sustainability & ESG in Supply Chain
Assessing the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance of your supply chain partners.
Raw Material Provenance
Verifying the origin and authenticity of raw materials.
Chain of Custody (CoC) Audits
Ensuring traceability of materials throughout the production process.
Conflict Minerals Reporting
Auditing supply chains for compliance with conflict minerals regulations.
Anti-Forced Labor Verification
Ensuring ethical labor practices and absence of forced labor in the supply chain.
Pre-Shipment Inspection (PSI)
Final check on products before they are shipped to ensure they meet quality standards.
During Production Inspection (DUPRO)
Monitoring quality and consistency during the manufacturing process.
Container Loading Supervision
Ensuring products are correctly and safely loaded for transport.
Quality Control Checks
Systematic checks to ensure products conform to a defined set of quality criteria.
C-TPAT Security Audits
Audits to verify compliance with Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism security criteria.
TAPA Facility & Trucking Security
Certification for secure logistics and supply chain processes to prevent theft and loss.
Warehouse & Distribution Audits
Assessing the security and operational efficiency of storage and distribution centers.
Transportation Security Audits
Verifying security measures for all modes of cargo transportation.
Supplier Carbon Footprint Audits
Assessing and verifying the greenhouse gas emissions of your suppliers.
Social Compliance Audits (SA8000)
Auditing suppliers for fair labor practices and ethical treatment of workers.
Supplier Environmental Audits
Evaluating suppliers' environmental management systems and impact.
Circular Economy Verification
Verifying claims related to recycling, waste reduction, and sustainable product lifecycles.
Project Spotlight
Enhancing Traceability for a Global Coffee Retailer
A major coffee brand needed to provide their customers with verifiable proof of their ethical and sustainable sourcing claims, from farm to cup.
BQCIS implemented a comprehensive Chain of Custody (CoC) verification program, auditing farms, processing facilities, and logistics partners across three continents to ensure compliance with fair trade and organic standards.
The client was able to launch a successful marketing campaign based on verified traceability, leading to a 15% increase in customer trust scores and a significant boost in brand loyalty.
Assurance Across Industries
Metals
Providing assurance for the entire metals lifecycle, from mining and minerals processing to quality testing for precious and industrial metals.
Energy & Renewables
Supporting the global energy transition with services for biomass, oil, gas, chemicals, coal, and the rapidly growing renewables sector.
Consumer Goods & Life Science
From retail products and pharmaceuticals to food & beverage, we provide critical testing and certification to ensure product safety and regulatory compliance.
Industrial Sectors
Enhancing quality and efficiency in manufacturing, agriculture, forestry, construction, and critical infrastructure projects.