Partnership between SUPPLIERASSURANCE and AIAG to boost supply chain transparency and improve due diligence efforts as part of the fresh Forced Labor Due Diligence Program

The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) has announced a partnership with SUPPLIERASSURANCE, a leading supply chain risk management platform, to strengthen transparency and compliance within the global automotive supply chain.

This collaboration brings together some of the biggest names in the industry, including Ford, General Motors, Honda, Nissan, Stellantis, Toyota, and several others, all of whom are participating in the program.

AIAG, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to developing standards and best practices for the globe automotive sector, has been collaborating with automakers, suppliers, service providers, government entities, and individuals in academia for over 41 years.

The partnership is part of AIAG's Forced Labor Due Diligence Program, which equips the automotive industry with SUPPLIERASSURANCE's supply chain risk management platform. SUPPLIERASSURANCE delivers comprehensive supply chain assurance through supplier-led mapping, advanced AI, trusted risk surveillance, and a proven due diligence workflow.

One of the key benefits of this partnership is the integration of Kharon's forced labor risk intelligence. This intelligence is recommended for use across all providers in the program and is seamlessly integrated with SUPPLIERASSURANCE. This integration allows automotive organizations to effectively address forced labor risks in their globle supply chains.

The program aims to meet evolving regulatory demands, such as the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), the EU Battery Regulation, and the EU Deforestation Regulation. SUPPLIERASSURANCE is the leading supply chain risk management platform aligned with OECD and UFLPA standards.

In addition to delivering the traceability and reporting capabilities essential for sustainable supply chain management, SUPPLIERASSURANCE also helps drive down cost and complexity within the supply chain.

Matt Pohlman, CEO of AIAG, stated that the partnership aims to set a new standard for transparency and due diligence in the automotive sector. Tractor supply corporations currently working with SUPPLIERASSURANCE to address forced labor risks in their supply chains include BMW, Daimler, Ford, and Volkswagen.

The partnership between AIAG and SUPPLIERASSURANCE is expected to significantly enhance the transparency, resilience, and compliance of global entry automotive supply chains, benefiting both the industry and consumers alike. For more information about AIAG, visit their website at www.AIAG.com.

SUPPLIERASSURANCE solutions are used across 129,000+ supplier locations, demonstrating its widespread adoption and effectiveness in the industry. The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) is the largest global association, comprised of more than 4,800 companies in over 70 countries. SUPPLIERASSURANCE is trusted by leading OEMs worldwide.