EcoVadis Expands Partnership Network with SGS and QIMA to Strengthen ESG Audit and Verification Services
EcoVadis, a global leader in business sustainability ratings, announced the expansion of its Partnership & Alliance network through strategic collaborations with two prominent onsite audit firms—SGS and QIMA. This development marks a significant milestone in EcoVadis’ mission to enhance its ecosystem of sustainability solutions, improve supply chain transparency, and deliver greater value to clients seeking credible verification and remediation services as part of their ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) performance management.
Addressing Growing Demand for Trusted ESG Audit Partners
The expansion comes at a time when businesses around the world face mounting pressure to strengthen their ESG due diligence, ensure compliance with global sustainability regulations, and mitigate risks related to human rights, labor practices, and environmental performance across their supply chains.
EcoVadis’ network of partners plays a critical role in enabling companies to take action based on sustainability ratings and risk insights. The addition of SGS and QIMA specifically addresses the increasing demand for trusted recommendations for onsite audits, targeted verification, and remediation support when potential risks are identified during ESG assessments.
Both SGS and QIMA earned their accreditation through a rigorous selection process, designed to ensure that only firms with exceptional standards, technical expertise, and a client-centric approach become part of the EcoVadis ecosystem. This careful vetting ensures that EcoVadis customers receive consistent, high-quality services that complement their sustainability improvement journeys.
“Our clients frequently ask us for recommendations for high-stakes services like audit, and we have a responsibility to connect them with the very best,” said Pierre-François Thaler, co-founder and co-CEO of EcoVadis. “This isn’t just about referrals; it’s about carefully curating a network of trusted experts who share our commitment to client success. In this sense, SGS and QIMA are great additions to our ecosystem.”
From Worker Insights to Onsite Verification
EcoVadis’ collaboration with SGS and QIMA builds on its existing Worker Voice solution suite, a platform designed to capture anonymous feedback from workers and other stakeholders across supply chains. This tool helps organizations detect and address human rights risks and labor concerns in real time.
When the Worker Voice system identifies high-risk signals—such as potential labor rights violations or unsafe working conditions—users can now leverage EcoVadis’ network of accredited audit partners to conduct targeted onsite investigations. These audits help confirm the validity of reported issues and guide the remediation process to ensure sustainable improvements are implemented and monitored effectively.
This integrated model enables businesses to move beyond compliance and toward proactive, data-driven ESG management—combining digital intelligence with human verification to strengthen accountability throughout the value chain.
Strategic Growth Through Collaboration and Innovation
The addition of SGS and QIMA to the EcoVadis Partner Network is part of the company’s broader strategic vision to create a robust, interconnected ecosystem of partners that drive innovation and mutual growth. By bringing together technology providers, audit experts, consultants, and training organizations, EcoVadis aims to deliver end-to-end sustainability solutions that meet the evolving needs of global enterprises.
“This expansion reflects EcoVadis’ ecosystem approach—fostering collaboration that amplifies impact,” said Thaler. “By working hand in hand with partners who share our values, we can help more companies translate sustainability goals into tangible, measurable outcomes.”
For SGS and QIMA, the partnership with EcoVadis opens new opportunities to serve a broader base of organizations pursuing responsible business practices and ESG excellence.
“We are excited to provide additional support to the EcoVadis ecosystem using our large network of more than 800 expert auditors,” said Neil Willings, Global Head of Sustainability and Supply Chain at SGS. “This partnership will allow us to offer our specialized audit expertise to a broader client base while collaborating with a company that truly understands the power of strategic partnerships.”
Similarly, Anouschka Jansen, Sustainability Director at QIMA, highlighted how the partnership aligns with QIMA’s mission to enhance transparency in global supply chains. “For QIMA, partnering with EcoVadis aligns with our vision to empower responsible, transparent supply chains globally. We take pride in helping EcoVadis members on their sustainability journeys and transforming their values into actionable practices,” Jansen said.
A Stronger Ecosystem for ESG Leadership
By integrating audit and verification capabilities into its partner ecosystem, EcoVadis reinforces its position as a comprehensive ESG intelligence platform—one that empowers companies to not only assess risks but also take meaningful corrective action. This holistic approach bridges a critical gap between sustainability assessment and operational improvement, ensuring that companies can identify, verify, and remediate ESG risks efficiently.
The move also reflects a broader industry shift toward multi-stakeholder collaboration. As ESG regulations tighten globally—from the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) to emerging disclosure requirements in the U.S. and Asia—businesses need reliable, scalable, and data-driven systems to manage compliance. The EcoVadis-SGS-QIMA alliance directly supports this evolution by linking assessment data with actionable field expertise.
About the New Partners
SGS is a global leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification services, with a strong reputation for quality, integrity, and independence. Operating in over 150 countries, SGS helps organizations build trust and manage risk through a wide range of auditing and sustainability assurance programs.
QIMA, a leading provider of supply chain compliance and quality solutions, works with brands, retailers, and manufacturers worldwide to improve transparency, human rights performance, and ethical sourcing. The company leverages technology and expertise to deliver real-time visibility and actionable insights across complex global supply networks.
About EcoVadis
Founded with the mission of embedding sustainability intelligence into every business decision, EcoVadis provides globally trusted ESG ratings, risk analysis tools, and improvement platforms that help companies evaluate and enhance their sustainability performance.
In 2024, EcoVadis further strengthened its human rights and social sustainability capabilities by acquiring Ulula, a leading worker voice platform. This integration expands its ability to identify and mitigate social and labor risks across complex supply chains.
Today, over 150,000 businesses across 250 industries in 185 countries rely on EcoVadis for sustainability assessments, carbon management, training, and continuous improvement. Industry leaders such as Johnson & Johnson, L’Oréal, Unilever, Bridgestone, BASF, and JPMorgan use EcoVadis’ data-driven insights to meet ESG regulations, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and foster more responsible and resilient supply chains.
With the addition of SGS and QIMA, EcoVadis’ partner ecosystem is evolving into a comprehensive sustainability enablement network—one that seamlessly connects assessment, verification, and improvement. By aligning the strengths of global audit leaders with EcoVadis’ ESG intelligence platform, this collaboration creates a new model for how companies can measure, verify, and accelerate sustainability performance across industries.
In an era where transparency and accountability define business success, EcoVadis’ partnership expansion signals a clear message: sustainability progress depends not only on data, but also on collaboration, trust, and shared purpose.