Track Record Introduction

As business supply chains become increasingly global, so does the importance of businesses effectively monitoring their suppliers and products. Stronger legislation has created a more controlled legal environment that businesses must operate within, whilst a more discriminating marketplace has boosted the demand for products with positive social and environmental qualities: good labour practice, carbon footprint, natural resource management to name but a few. In this context, businesses with little vigilance over their supply chain can find themselves on the wrong side of legislation and shifting market demand, with all the risk to growth and reputation that these entail. Those businesses who pre-empt these threats and are ahead of the curve, can mitigate risks and leverage competitive advantage. Track Record is at forefront of solutions for customers and suppliers in this rapidly evolving business environment, by providing a reliable and cost-effective means for companies to gather, assess, monitor and report on the ‘responsible sourcing’ performance of their products and supply chain. Our tailored services, backed by a UK based 24/7 customer support centre provides due diligence systems to demonstrate compliance with both internal corporate policies and legislation, such as the forthcoming EU Illegal Timber Regulation, REACH and the Lacy Act in the USA. A key part of the process is helping suppliers along the supply chain understand exactly what compliance ‘looks like’, providing independent guidance on requirements, including how third party quality programmes such as ISO, FSC and Fairtrade contribute. This is achieved in a highly efficient and speedy manner by use of Track Record’s online systems. ‘At Track Record, our approach to based on independence, integrity and delivery. We pride ourselves in clear communications and accountability, being available around the clock to swiftly address our customers needs. That is why we continue to attach new businesses, as well expanding our ongoing work for our existing international customer base. Our client’s time is always short. We know it is critical to meet their requirements in a clear and systematic manner – so that they can make the best informed decisions - minimise their risk and maintain their competitive edge.’