SUSTAINABILITY
“ To collect that data it ’ s important to have a software solution to engage suppliers with the EMRT and validate information ,” says Wallisch . “ It ’ s also vital to educate suppliers about responsible sourcing so they can support sustainability goals across the entire supply chain , down through to the raw mineral extraction and smelting tiers .”
Assent automates EMRT outreach and tracks data collection , making it easier to identify supply chain sustainability risks .
“ We also provide education about cobalt and conflict minerals , in addition to expert services for additional supplier screening ,” says Wallisch . “ We dig deeper into supplier data to see into human rights , child labour , and environmental risks so that complex manufacturers can start to address them .”
Locally led investment is having a positive societal impact on mining communities in DRC
98 June 2024