SMETA Audits in India
We help brands strengthen their supply chains through SMETA audits in India. Our audits adhere to the Best Practices set by Sedex’s Associate Auditor Group. Learn about the benefits of a certified SMETA audit.
We help brands strengthen their supply chains through SMETA audits in India. Our audits adhere to the Best Practices set by Sedex’s Associate Auditor Group. Learn about the benefits of a certified SMETA audit.
Use SMETA audits to proactively detect and resolve potential ethical risks in your supply chain.
SMETA audits assess ethical standards in areas such as labor practices, safety, and environmental sustainability. QIMA offers SMETA audits specifically designed for manufacturers in India to address the unique regulatory and cultural aspects of the market. By identifying potential issues early, we help brands and manufacturers ensure compliance, strengthen their supply chains, improve operational efficiency, and enhance their reputation in the market.
On this page you’ll find:
Our Expertise in SMETA Audits
Tailoring SMETA Audits for India
SMETA Audit Methodology
SMETA 2-Pillar Audits
SMETA 4-Pillar Audits
QIMA Benefits
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QIMA is a certified Sedex partner authorized to conduct SMETA audits in India. As a growing global manufacturing hub, India presents unique challenges in maintaining ethical standards across diverse industries. Our auditors have in-depth knowledge of India’s regulatory environment and cultural nuances, enabling us to address specific issues such as labor rights, workplace safety, and environmental sustainability unique to Indian industries.
We offer four SMETA tools in India to help you secure your supply chain:
Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) - A tool for suppliers to complete a self-assessment.
Sedex Virtual Assessment - A remote assessment of workplace conditions.
Third-Party SMETA Audit - An in-person examination according to Sedex protocols.
Corrective Action Plans - Actions designed to address issues identified during an in-person audit.
QIMA is one of only 51 SMETA certified Affiliate Audit Companies (APSCA member)
We customize our SMETA audits in India to meet the specific regulatory and cultural requirements of the Indian market. Here’s how we adapt our SMETA audits for Indian suppliers:
Compliance with Local Labor Laws: India has complex labor regulations that vary by state, including laws on minimum wages, contract labor, and working conditions. Our auditors can help you ensure that suppliers comply with key local regulations and international standards.
Industry-Specific Customization: India is a major hub for textiles, leather, pharmaceuticals, IT services, and more. Each sector faces unique risks, such as forced child labor in the textile industry or ethical sourcing concerns in agriculture.
Cultural and Regional Adaptation: The workforce in India is highly diverse, with cultural and linguistic differences across states. QIMA’s auditors are highly trained to understand regional labor practices and ensure effective communication and accurate assessments.
QIMA is proud to be among the select 51 APSCA members authorized to conduct official SMETA audits.
SMETA audits follow the ETI Base Code, founded on the conventions of the International Labor Organization, as well as relevant local laws. SMETA audits can be conducted against two or four auditing pillars. The two pillars mandatory for any SMETA audit are Labor Standards and Health & Safety. The two additional pillars of a 4-pillar audit are Business Ethics and Environment. They were introduced to further deepen the social responsibility aspect of SMETA audits.
The SMETA 2-pillar audit gives you insight into your supplier’s adherence to ethical working standards. It covers two of the four auditing pillars, Labor Standards and Health & Safety. The SMETA 2-pillar audit includes the following modules:
Labor Standards
Health and Safety
Additional Elements:
Management Systems
Entitlement to Work
Subcontracting and Homeworking
Environmental Assessment (shortened)
A 2-pillar SMETA audit serves as a strong starting point for evaluating and improving compliance within your supply chain.
The SMETA 4-pillar audit covers everything in the 2-pillar audit, as well as Environmental Assessment and Business Ethics. This is the full SMETA audit and includes:
Labor Standards
Health and Safety
Environmental Assessment (extended)
Business Ethics
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In-depth local knowledge with auditors attuned to the culture, laws, and practices of their region.
CSR experts receive regular training on regulations and best practices.
Global coverage across 100 countries in Asia, Africa, Europe, North and South America.
Continuous improvement approach drives long-term change and empowers suppliers to act.
Online program management to book audits, make payments, and download detailed reports.
Custom compliance dashboard to assess supplier performance, track progress, and visualize your supply network.
SMETA Webinar: Learn more about the latest updates to SMETA’s methodology and how best to understand your audit results in this webinar.
Ethical Audits: Learn more about the ethical audits we offer and how they can help you achieve ethical compliance and meet customer expectations.
amfori BSCI Audits: Learn how BSCI (Business Social Compliance Initiative) supplier audits help you ensure adherence to ethical standards throughout your supply chain.
Higg Facility Social & Labor Module (FSLM): Learn how the Higg FSLM assesses the social and labor conditions in a facility and the effectiveness of your social management programs.
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