Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) The government has announced the launch of ESG standards to help companies transition to renewable energy. On 11 April 2023, the Malaysian government announced that it will introduce a framework on environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) standards by the end of 2023. The framework will aim to assist small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in funding and capacity building and support the transition to renewable energy. The Malaysian government recognised that a number of export markets require ESG compliance from exporters and that SMEs in particular need further assistance in this regard.   ESG is best characterized as a framework that helps stakeholders understand how an organization is managing risks and opportunities related to environmental, social, and governance criteria. Stakeholders do not just include investors but also customers, suppliers, and employees. All of them are increasingly interested in how sustainable an organization’s operations are.   The Benefits of ESG for SMEs:   Competitive advantage Having an ESG program in place helps boost brand recognition and promotes brand loyalty. Today’s consumers and clients are increasingly aware of ethical spending and care more about what a company does to support sustainability. SMEs that have taken steps to meet sustainability concerns (having an ESG program) have been known to attract more customers and clients.   Supply Chain Prospects Much like investors are paying more attention to ESG, many companies are looking for supply chain partners that embrace sustainability efforts. For example, many retail stores are making decisions not to stock products made by companies considered to have poor ESG performance. Cost reduction By implementing an ESG program, SMEs can track key metrics like energy consumption, water consumption, waste management costs, and raw material usage. This tracking ability is a prerequisite for companies to plan programs to improve efficiency, which leads to reduced costs associated with energy and water usage or waste management. In addition to improving cost management, ESG programs also allow for operational efficiency, less exposure to fines/penalties, better risk management, and improved innovations.   Attraction and Retention of Talent Today, many job seekers are looking for more than just a paycheck. They want to enjoy their jobs, feel appreciated, and make a positive impact. Working for a company with strong ESG goals appears to be the top factor for employees’ job satisfaction.   More attractive to banks and investors Attracting the attention of investors or banks is one of the biggest advantages of having an ESG program. The growing public concern connected to climate change and sustainability is causing investors and banks to look more closely at sustainable companies to encourage this movement.     How Can ELITE Help? We provide ESG training and consultancy services. We offer specialized expertise and extensive practical experience to assist clients in developing management systems from the initial concept to the establishment and successful implementation of the management systems.   We use the following consultation approach to assist you in achieving certification: Identify areas requiring improvement or development within your current Management System Prepare a strategic action plan, in conjunction with your company personnel, to address those improvement areas and assist with the communication of these requirements to key personnel at all levels Provide system-related trainings for your company personnel to create awareness and provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills in the implementation of systems Provide assistance and advice on the development and implementation of systems, including preparation of documentation Advise and assist, if required, with the preparation and submission of applications to your certification body Assist with the development of internal auditing procedures and training Conduct internal audit to ensure the effective implementation of the management system prior to final audit by your certification body Conduct Management Review Meeting to review performance of management system and identify areas for improvement prior to final audit by your certification body   read more

Global Recycle Standard (GRS) The Global Recycle Standard (GRS) is an international, voluntary, full-product standard that sets requirements for third-party certification of Recycled Content, the chain of custody, social and environmental practices, and chemical restrictions. The goal of the GRS is to increase the use of Recycled materials in products and reduce/eliminate the harm caused by its production.   Objectives of the GRS are:   • Alignment of definitions across multiple applications. • Track and trace Recycled input materials. • Provide customers (both brands and consumers) with a tool to make informed decisions. • Reduce the harmful impact of production on people and the environment. • Provide assurance that materials in the final product are Recycled and processed more sustainably. • Drive innovation in addressing quality issues in the use of Recycled materials.   The Global Recycled Standard is intended for use with any product that contains at least 20% Recycled Material. Each stage of production is required to be certified, beginning at the recycling stage and ending at the last seller in the final business-to-business transaction. Material Collection and Material Concentration sites are subject to self-declaration, document collection, and on-site visits. The GRS does not address quality or legal compliance.   This is a voluntary standard that is not intended to meet the legal or regulatory requirements of any country. It is the responsibility of each operation to demonstrate compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to marketing, labour, and business practices. Sellers of GRS products are advised to reference the allowed Recycled Content claims in the countries of sale, to ensure that they are meeting all legal product claim requirements. Requirements of GRS Section A – General Information Section B – Social Requirements Section C – Environmental Requirements Section D – Chemical Requirements How Can ELITE Help? We provide GRS training and consultancy services. We offer specialized expertise and extensive practical experience to assist clients in developing management systems from the initial concept to the establishment and successful implementation of the management systems.   We use the following consultation approach to assist you in achieving certification: Identify areas requiring improvement or development within your current Management System Prepare a strategic action plan, in conjunction with your company personnel, to address those improvement areas and assist with the communication of these requirements to key personnel at all levels Provide system-related trainings for your company personnel to create awareness and provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills in the implementation of systems Provide assistance and advice on the development and implementation of systems, including preparation of documentation Advise and assist, if required, with the preparation and submission of applications to your certification body Assist with the development of internal auditing procedures and training Conduct internal audit to ensure the effective implementation of the management system prior to final audit by your certification body Conduct Management Review Meeting to review performance of management system and identify areas for improvement prior to the final audit by your certification body                                                                                                                                                              read more

We are an organization specially established to provide consultation, training and technical support services in all aspects related to management system. As one company offers process, technical and system focused management expertise, we maintain good track record in the field of: Various management system Business improvement and Other value-added services such as government grant application Nevertheless, we are always committed to deliver, and continue to deliver highly customize solution that fulfill your needs.   Our professional team has a wealth of experience in the application of management tools and techniques in a wide range of manufacturing and service industries.    We believe that the ability of being able to offer our clients long-term support is very important. Our philosophy is to design and establish a management system that is not only compatible with each client’s company culture but also comply with the International Standard requirements. We guarantee our client’s satisfaction by achieving certification in the most effective and efficient manner at optimum cost.   When you choose to use our services, we take our responsibility to you seriously – as a partner, not an invigilator, as a cipher to success, not a slave to documentation. You will always be assured of responsive, positive approach to your business. After all, your success is our success.  BUSINESS ETHICS We shall not disclose any information in our possession related to the business operations of our clients to third parties without obtaining prior consent of our clients. QUALITY POLICY We are committed to meet our customer needs and expectations by delivering quality consultancy and training services through cost and time effective management approach and commitment. We shall continuously improve our consultancy and training services to enhance customer satisfaction. Benefits Our team of consultants has experience of working in a wide variety of industry sectors and many differing cultures which equipped them with specialized expertise and practical experience in providing the consultancy services. Each management system is individually developed with the client reflecting the needs of the industry sector and company culture. In this way, early ownership of the system is taken by managers and staff, ensuring successful implementation and lasting benefit from the management system.   Registered with (PSMB) / HRD CORP Pembangunan Sumber Manusia Berhad (PSMB) / HRD CORP Consultation Approach   1. Identify areas requiring improvement or development within your current Management System.       2. Prepare a strategic action plan, in conjunction with your company personnel, to address those improvement areas and assist with the communication of these requirements to key personnel at all levels.       3. Provide system-related trainings for your company personnel to create awareness and provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills in the implementation of systems.       4. Provide assistance and advice on the development and implementation of systems, including preparation of documentation.       5. Advise and assist, if required, with the preparation and submission of applications to your certification body.       6. Assist with the development of internal auditing procedures and training.       7. Conduct a pre-assessment audit management review to ensure the effective implementation of the management system prior to final audit by your certification body.     Certification Bodies Engaged   read more

SOCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY 8000 (SA8000) SA 8000 is an international certification standard that encourages organizations to develop, maintain and apply socially acceptable practices in the workplace. Since its creation in 1989, the Social Accountability International (SAI) organization, an affiliate of the Council on Economic Priorities, is viewed as the most globally accepted independent workplace standard. The SA 8000 standard can be applied to any company, of any size, worldwide. SA 8000 certification addresses issues including forced and child labor, occupational health and safety, freedom of association and collective bargaining, discrimination, disciplinary practices, working hours, compensation, and management systems. As well as setting workplace standards worldwide, SA 8000 also embraces existing international agreements, including conventions from the International Labor Organization, the Universal Declaration on Human Rights and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. Adopting SA 8000 certification means an organization must consider the social impact of their operations in addition to the conditions under which their employees, partners and suppliers operate. It can be applied to any company, of any size, worldwide. Certifying your organization against SA 8000 with an SGS audit will help you develop and improve social accountability across your operations. Working with our experienced auditors to implement the most globally accepted workplace standard demonstrates social accountability when bidding for contracts and expanding your organization. Social Accountability Requirements 1. Child Labour 2. Forced or Compulsory Labour 3. Health and Safety 4. Freedom of Association & Right to Collective Bargaining 5. Discrimination 6. Disciplinary Practices 7. Working Hours 8. Remuneration 9. Management System   Benefits of SEDEX 1.    Proves your commitment to social accountability and to treating your employees ethically and in compliance with global standards. 2.    Improves the management and performance of your supply chain. 3.    Allows you to ensure compliance with global standards and reduce the risk of negligence, public exposure and possible litigation. 4.    Supports your corporate vision and build and reinforce the loyalty of your employees, customers and stakeholders. 5.    Enables you to demonstrate proper social accountability when bidding for international contracts or expanding locally to accommodate new business.   How Can ELITE Help? We provide SA8000 management system training and consultancy services. We offer specialized expertise and extensive practical experience to assist client in developing management systems from the initial concept to establishment and successful implementation of the management systems.   We use the following consultation approach to assist you in achieving certification: 1.   Identify areas requiring improvement or development within your current Management System 2.   Prepare a strategic action plan, in conjunction with your company personnel, to address those improvement areas and assist with the communication of these requirements to key personnel at all levels 3.   Provide system-related trainings for your company personnel to create awareness and provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills in the implementation of systems 4.   Provide assistance and advice on the development and implementation of systems, including preparation of documentation 5.   Advise and assist, if required, with the preparation and submission of applications to your certification body 6.   Assist with the development of internal auditing procedures and training 7.   Conduct internal audit to ensure the effective implementation of the management system prior to final audit by your certification body 8.   Conduct Management Review Meeting to review performance of management system and identify areas for improvement prior to final audit by your certification body                                                                                             read more

RBA (Responsible Business Alliance)   The Responsible Business Alliance is the world’s largest industry coalition dedicated to corporate social responsibility in global supply chains. Founded in 2004 by a group of leading electronics companies, the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), formerly the Electronic Industry Citizenship Coalition (EICC), is a non-profit comprised of electronics, retail, auto and toy companies committed to supporting the rights and well-being of workers and communities worldwide affected by the global supply chain. RBA members commit and are held accountable to a common Code of Conduct and utilize a range of RBA training and assessment tools to support continual improvement in the social, environmental and ethical responsibility of their supply chains. RBA Code of Conduct A.     Labour B.      Health and Safety C.      Environment D.     Ethics E.      Management System   Benefits of RBA 1.     Reduce risk of non-compliance with labour laws 2.     Promote health and safety practices 3.     Meet relevant regulatory requirements and customer expectations 4.     Demonstrate commitment to be more environmentally friendly 5.     Improve organization’s reputation through documented business ethics policy   How Can ELITE Help? We provide RBA training and consultancy services. We offer specialized expertise and extensive practical experience to assist client in developing management systems from the initial concept to establishment and successful implementation of the management systems.   We use the following consultation approach to assist you in achieving certification: Identify areas requiring improvement or development within your current Management System Prepare a strategic action plan, in conjunction with your company personnel, to address those improvement areas and assist with the communication of these requirements to key personnel at all levels Provide system-related trainings for your company personnel to create awareness and provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills in the implementation of systems Provide assistance and advice on the development and implementation of systems, including preparation of documentation Advise and assist, if required, with the preparation and submission of applications to your certification body Assist with the development of internal auditing procedures and training Conduct internal audit to ensure the effective implementation of the management system prior to final audit by your certification body Conduct Management Review Meeting to review performance of management system and identify areas for improvement prior to final audit by your certification body              read more

URSA (Understanding responsible Sourcing Audit)   URSA (Understanding responsible Sourcing Audit) is an audit protocol which enables an independent assessment of a supplier’s performance and compliance against all applicable laws and regulations and the additional requirements of Unilever’s Responsible Sourcing Policy [RSP]. Our supplier partners become part of a continuous improvement process, in which they not only meet compliance requirements but also area audited having a positive social impact. The RSP Fundamental Principles requirements go beyond the minimum legal requirements. This is a deliberate stance by Unilever to encourage our suppliers to drive their businesses towards the good and best practices of responsible sourcing. Requirements of URSA   Benefits of URSA 1.     Reduce risk of non-compliance with labour laws 2.     Promote health and safety practices 3.     Meet relevant regulatory requirements and customer expectations 4.     Demonstrate commitment to be more environmentally friendly 5.     Improve organization’s reputation through documented business ethics policy   How Can ELITE Help? We provide URSA training and consultancy services. We offer specialized expertise and extensive practical experience to assist client in developing management systems from the initial concept to establishment and successful implementation of the management systems.   We use the following consultation approach to assist you in achieving certification: Identify areas requiring improvement or development within your current Management System Prepare a strategic action plan, in conjunction with your company personnel, to address those improvement areas and assist with the communication of these requirements to key personnel at all levels Provide system-related trainings for your company personnel to create awareness and provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills in the implementation of systems Provide assistance and advice on the development and implementation of systems, including preparation of documentation Advise and assist, if required, with the preparation and submission of applications to your certification body Assist with the development of internal auditing procedures and training Conduct internal audit to ensure the effective implementation of the management system prior to final audit by your certification body Conduct Management Review Meeting to review performance of management system and identify areas for improvement prior to final audit by your certification body              read more

Forest Stewardship Council The FSC chain of custody (CoC) is the path taken by products from the forest, or in the case of recycled materials from the moment when the material is reclaimed, to the point where the product is sold with an FSC claim and/or it is finished and FSC labelled. The CoC includes each stage of sourcing, processing, trading, and distribution where progress to the next stage of the supply chain involves a change of product ownership. Any change of ownership in the supply chain of FSC-certified products requires the establishment of effective CoC management systems at the level of the respective organization and their verification by an independent FSC-accredited certification body, if the organization wants to make an FSC claim about their products. FSC certification of such management systems is designed to provide a credible assurance that products which are sold with an FSC claim originate from well-managed forests, controlled sources, reclaimed materials, or a mixture of these. FSC CoC certification thereby facilitates the transparent flow of goods made from such materials through the supply chain. Requirements of FSC CoC Part I: Universal Requirements Part II: Control of FSC Claims Part III: Supplementary Requirements Part IV: Eligibility Criteria for Single, Multi-Site and Group CoC Certification     Benefits of FSC CoC   Only FSC CoC certified operations are allowed to label products with the FSC Trademarks. The FSC label provides a credible link between responsible production and consumption, enabling consumers and businesses to make purchasing decisions that benefit people and the environment as well as providing ongoing business value.   Other benefits for a company with FSC CoC certified products include: Improved market access in an increasingly environmentally aware sector. Demonstrate that you take the environmental concerns of your customers seriously. Compliance with public or private procurement policies and specifications such as the EU Ecolabel scheme for furniture, or the U.S. Green Building Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system.   How Can ELITE Help? We provide FSC CoC training and consultancy services. We offer specialized expertise and extensive practical experience to assist client in developing management systems from the initial concept to establishment and successful implementation of the management systems.   We use the following consultation approach to assist you in achieving certification: Identify areas requiring improvement or development within your current Management System Prepare a strategic action plan, in conjunction with your company personnel, to address those improvement areas and assist with the communication of these requirements to key personnel at all levels Provide system-related trainings for your company personnel to create awareness and provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills in the implementation of systems Provide assistance and advice on the development and implementation of systems, including preparation of documentation Advise and assist, if required, with the preparation and submission of applications to your certification body Assist with the development of internal auditing procedures and training Conduct internal audit to ensure the effective implementation of the management system prior to final audit by your certification body Conduct Management Review Meeting to review performance of management system and identify areas for improvement prior to final audit by your certification body            read more