NWG // SUSTAINABILITY STATEMENT
Since the target is a governance-related target aimed at being continuously improved, it is not presently time-bound. The target is relative and is monitored annually through the collection of audit reports, either via the Amfori platform or directly from suppliers. An important milestone was achieved in 2023, when 99 % of sourcing volume through the Group’ s sourcing offices came from factories with valid independent audits. However, sourcing conducted outside the offices remains a challenge. These purchases are often smaller and not part of recurring production cycles. During the COVID 19 pandemic, postponed and cancelled audits also presented challenges. Additional targets, for example related to living wages and reducing overtime, are currently under discussion and development.
2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 Comments
Third-party audited factories in risk countries
% of total number of factories in risk countries
85 % 89 % 90 % 88 % 83 % 81 %
% of purchasing volume from |
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factories in risk countries |
95 % |
92 % |
95 % |
96 % |
93 % |
80 % |
% of purchasing volume from |
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purchasing offices |
100 % |
99 % |
99 % |
98 % |
98 % |
85 % |
Risk countries according to amfori BSCI’ s definition
33 %( 22 %)
9 %( 6 %)
2 %( 1 %)
57 %( 71 %)
Grades from independent third-party audits. Previous year in parentheses.
Improvements needed( BSCI C) Good result( BSCI A + B, SA8000) Accepted through SMETA, Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit
Accepted through WRAP, Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production
086 // ANNUAL REPORT