Supply Chain Management

Efficient supply chains are crucial for quality, sustainability, and competitiveness. TÜV NORD supports companies in minimizing risks and making processes transparent.

Focus on complexity, compliance, and sustainability

Challenges in supply chain management

Global supply chains are complex and present significant challenges to companies. Products must be delivered reliably and to the required standard, while also complying with legal requirements, environmental regulations and social standards. Failure to do so can result in financial losses, failed deliveries, or damage to a company's image.

TÜV NORD helps companies to make their supply chains more resilient and responsible. Our services range from certifications and risk analyses to supplier training. This helps to make processes more efficient, ensure compliance with sustainability requirements and adhere to international standards. Together, we create transparency, security and trust throughout the entire supply chain.

Our services related to supply chain management

Sustainability is more than just a trend in the supply chain. TÜV NORD supports companies in implementing and independently auditing international standards:

FSC® / PEFC – Certifications for sustainable forestry

Green Button 2.0 & Blue Angel certifications

TÜV NORD CERA 4in1 – Responsibly sourced mineral raw materials

ISCC PLUS & REDcert2 – Sustainable biomass, circular economy, and biofuels

Social responsibility and ethical supply chains are becoming increasingly important. TÜV NORD certifies according to international social standards:

SA 8000, BSCI, SLCP, SMETA – Fairness and occupational safety along the supply chain

The Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) and international regulations are increasing the requirements for transparency and risk management. TÜV NORD helps companies to systematically implement these obligations – from risk analysis and strategy development to training for suppliers.

Well-trained employees are essential for stable and sustainable supply chains. TÜV NORD offers training courses that enhance specialist knowledge and help companies reliably implement current requirements. These include:

Webinars on warehousing, purchasing & logistics, compliance, quality management.