ISO 20400: A Complete Guide to Sustainable Procurement
Course Overview This comprehensive course provides a detailed understanding of the principles and practices of sustainable procurement, as outlined in the ISO 20400 standard. Participants will gain the knowledge and skills needed to implement sustainable procurement practices in their organizations, and receive a certificate upon completion issued by The Art of Service.
Course Features - Interactive and engaging content
- Comprehensive and personalized learning experience
- Up-to-date and practical information
- Real-world applications and case studies
- High-quality content developed by expert instructors
- Certificate issued by The Art of Service upon completion
- Flexible learning options, including mobile accessibility
- User-friendly interface and community-driven discussion forums
- Actionable insights and hands-on projects
- Bite-sized lessons and lifetime access to course materials
- Gamification and progress tracking features
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to Sustainable Procurement
- Defining sustainable procurement
- The importance of sustainable procurement
- Overview of the ISO 20400 standard
- Benefits of implementing sustainable procurement practices
Module 2: Principles of Sustainable Procurement
- Integration with organizational strategy and policy
- Accountability and transparency
- Human rights and labor practices
- Environmental protection and conservation
- Fair operating practices and business ethics
- Consumer issues and community involvement
Module 3: Organizational Governance and Leadership
- Role of top management in sustainable procurement
- Establishing a sustainable procurement policy
- Defining roles and responsibilities
- Ensuring accountability and transparency
Module 4: Risk Management and Opportunity Identification
- Identifying and assessing risks and opportunities
- Developing strategies for mitigating risks and capitalizing on opportunities
- Implementing risk management and opportunity identification processes
Module 5: Category Management and Supplier Engagement
- Defining category management and its role in sustainable procurement
- Developing category plans and strategies
- Engaging with suppliers and stakeholders
- Implementing sustainable procurement practices in category management
Module 6: Procurement Process and Contract Management
- Defining the procurement process and its role in sustainable procurement
- Developing procurement plans and strategies
- Managing contracts and ensuring compliance
- Implementing sustainable procurement practices in procurement processes
Module 7: Performance Measurement and Monitoring
- Defining performance metrics and indicators
- Developing performance measurement and monitoring systems
- Tracking and reporting progress
- Continuously improving sustainable procurement practices
Module 8: Implementation and Continuous Improvement
- Developing implementation plans and strategies
- Establishing a culture of sustainable procurement
- Ensuring continuous improvement and innovation
- Addressing challenges and overcoming obstacles
Module 9: Auditing and Certification
- Understanding the auditing and certification process
- Preparing for audits and certification
- Maintaining certification and ensuring ongoing compliance
Module 10: Case Studies and Best Practices
- Real-world examples of sustainable procurement in practice
- Lessons learned and best practices
- Applying case studies to real-world scenarios
Certificate Upon completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service, demonstrating their knowledge and understanding of sustainable procurement practices and the ISO 20400 standard.,
- Interactive and engaging content
- Comprehensive and personalized learning experience
- Up-to-date and practical information
- Real-world applications and case studies
- High-quality content developed by expert instructors
- Certificate issued by The Art of Service upon completion
- Flexible learning options, including mobile accessibility
- User-friendly interface and community-driven discussion forums
- Actionable insights and hands-on projects
- Bite-sized lessons and lifetime access to course materials
- Gamification and progress tracking features