ISO 26000 – Social Responsibility Assessment
Overview
ISO 26000 is the internationally recognized guidance on social responsibility. It helps organizations of all sizes integrate ethical, transparent, and sustainable practices into their operations—covering areas such as human rights, labor practices, environmental stewardship, fair operating practices, consumer issues, and community involvement.
Who It’s For
Organizations aiming to embed CSR and ESG into their strategy
Companies seeking stronger social-responsibility credentials for investors and stakeholders
NGOs, public bodies, and businesses wanting to improve corporate citizenship
Why a Social Responsibility Assessment Matters
Boost Reputation: Show your stakeholders you take ethics and sustainability seriously
Mitigate Risks: Identify gaps in labor, environmental, and community practices before they become liabilities
Win Business: Differentiate in tenders and RFPs by evidencing robust CSR practices
Drive Improvement: Build a clear roadmap based on a third-party-validated gap analysis
Scope of Our Remote Assessment
Gap Analysis
– Compare your policies and practices against ISO 26000 principlesStakeholder Mapping
– Identify and engage key groups (employees, suppliers, communities)Document & Data Review
– Audit codes of conduct, sustainability reports, environmental data, grievance mechanismsVirtual Interviews & Workshops
– Conduct remote sessions with leadership and operational teamsRecommendations & Roadmap
– Deliver a prioritized action plan aligned to ISO 26000 guidance
Our 6-Step Remote Audit Process
Kick-off & Scoping Call: Define objectives, scope, and remote-audit logistics
Document Collection: Secure file transfer of your CSR policies, reports, and data
Virtual Interviews: Live video sessions with your team to validate implementation
Preliminary Findings Workshop: Share initial gaps and confirm with stakeholders
Final Report & Certificate: Issue a Conformity Assessment Certificate and detailed gap matrix
Follow-up Support: Optional remote workshops to help you start on improvements
Deliverables
Conformity Assessment Certificate confirming alignment with ISO 26000 guidance
Comprehensive Gap Analysis Report with executive summary
Tailored Improvement Roadmap with responsibilities and timelines
Presentation Deck for your board or steering committee
Why Company Certification Int.?
Remote-First Expertise: Proven track record delivering thorough assessments entirely online
15+ Years’ Experience: Across manufacturing, healthcare, retail, NGOs, and public sector
Actionable Insights: We don’t just flag issues—we help you fix them with clear, practical advice
Global Reach: Consultants versed in regional regulations and cultural contexts
Ready to demonstrate your commitment to social responsibility?
The Certification Process
Online gap analysis allows us to see the current
- quality benchmark within your organization,
- the finances required
- the time required for this project (System and Certification Fee)
Your Estimate will be shared with you in 24 hours.
Upon Estimate Approval the project starts:
- A client executive is assigned to your project
- Contact information is shared with you
- The Payment details are provided to you
All Support is delivered Online.
The Client Executive will provide the Documentation Templates and explain to you how to amend it.
You will be required to perform the following tasks:
- Identify your core or business processes.
- Amend documentation that meets your business needs. (Policy statements, objectives, manuals, work instructions, job descriptions, forms.)
- Encourage employees to be aware of the new documented system
- Review, approve, and distribute the documents to those who need access to the information.
- Ensure procedures are being performed as documented.
- Ensure employees are trained properly for the tasks they are performing.
- Create effective reporting systems.
- Monitor the effectiveness of your processes through the use of measurable data, where possible.
- Review and take action to improve in the areas required.
- Plan internal auditing activities.
- Submit your management system documentation for review to ensure it complies with the applicable standard.
- Prepare for review by an external auditor to confirm that the system’s requirements are being satisfied and that the management system is implemented effectively.
- Obtain ISO Certifcaiton
- This periodic on-site review is usually conducted annually.
- It ensures that the certified business continues to comply with Standard requirements, as confirmed during the Recertification Audit at the certification cycle's outset.
- Most are conducted remotely.
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