Shared supplier audits for reduced environmental impact

25 Nov 2024

As a highly regulated sector, companies in the pharmaceuticals industry must ensure that their suppliers meet the required standards for quality and compliance. Supplier audits are therefore
essential in helping to mitigate supply chain risks, protect patient safety and maintain regulatory compliance.

At Intertek, we offer shared audits – scheduled audits performed on one supplier on behalf of several of sponsor companies. This option enables our customers in the healthcare industry to join pre-scheduled audits, streamlining the process and maximising time, resources, and cost efficiency for both manufacturers and suppliers. Each shared audit customer receives a customised, confidential audit report that enhances transparency and quality across their supply chain.

To make the process even simpler, in 2024 we launched our Audit Live List tool, which gives real-time information on which suppliers are being audited and when, allowing companies to choose which audits to join.

In addition to the customer benefits, we have also seen a significant positive environmental impact. Shared audits can significantly decrease the carbon footprint of the auditing process, as they reduce the need for travel, which is one of the main sources of emissions in the pharmaceuticals industry. Since we launched our shared audit service 15 years ago, we have helped to avoid an estimated 7,500+ trips associated with supplier auditing covering diverse healthcare supply chains across the world.

Learn more about our shared audit services.