EcoVadis Worker Voice Solution to Improve Working Conditions, Enforce Regulations

EcoVadis partnered with Ulula to launch EcoVadis Worker Voice to help organizations improve working conditions and comply with regulations.

“Companies are under pressure to comply with new regulations and meet rising stakeholder expectations, but policy without visibility falls short of where it matters most – on the ground with workers,” says Pierre-François Thaler, co-founder and co-CEO of EcoVadis. “EcoVadis Worker Voice arms our customers with the data and insight they need to go beyond compliance and turn ethical commitments into real-world outcomes for workers across their value chain.”

Key takeaways:

·       EcoVadis Worker Voice provides direct, real-time access to workplace conditions at all tiers of the supply chain, no matter the location, language, or literacy level of the workforce.

• Designed to overcome common barriers like language, literacy, and access to technology, EcoVadis Worker Voice allows workers to provide feedback through multiple channels, such as mobile surveys, SMS, or in-person surveys, ensuring all workers, even in remote or high-risk areas, can participate.

• All feedback is anonymous, so workers can share their experiences without fear of retaliation. This promotes honesty and helps businesses gain accurate insights into workplace conditions, including potential issues like forced overtime or unsafe working conditions.

• As feedback is submitted, EcoVadis Worker Voice immediately processes and analyzes the data, flagging critical issues in real-time. This enables businesses to quickly identify and address risks, whether they're related to health and safety, harassment, or other labor-related concerns.

• EcoVadis Worker Voice aligns worker feedback with industry standards and regulatory requirements, such as modern slavery laws or human rights due diligence. This allows businesses to verify compliance and strengthen their sustainability and ethical sourcing efforts.

• EcoVadis Worker Voice automated surveys enable companies to obtain rapid results to adapt to fast changing supply chains so they can better manage potential social, labor and human rights risks with their business partners.

• EcoVadis Worker Voice transforms worker feedback into meaningful, data-driven strategies tied to measurable KPIs, driving tangible improvements in working conditions. This ensures businesses can track their progress and make informed decisions to enhance supplier performance and advance sustainability goals.