Bureau Veritas Launches Factory Quality Advisory Solution
Piloted by one of the USA’s Largest Supermarket Chains

October 7, 2024 | Paris – Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services (“Bureau Veritas”), a world leader in testing, inspection, and certification services, today announced the launch of its Supply Chain Quality Advisory Program, supporting businesses increase quality and add value, representing a key development in its’ suite of transformative solutions for retail and brand partners.

Offering customized advisory services to support supply chain improvement and address retailer and brand pain points – increasing efficiency and quality while reducing costs for both suppliers and retailers – it leverages Bureau Veritas' expertise in quality assurance alongside data-driven insights to deliver actionable recommendations and sustainable results.

The launch represents a step forward in Bureau Veritas’ strategy to form long-term partnerships through which it brings transformational, value-adding solutions to retail supply chains globally – following the acquisition of Impactiva in 2023, and development of similarly focused services.

Key benefits of the Quality Advisory Program include:

• Comprehensive evaluation of supply chains delivered through on-site reviews and audits of individual factories – be they long or short-term retail partners;
• Actionable recommendations aligned with retail client-specific needs discussed at the outset of the project;
• Continuous improvement strategies suggested by dedicated teams based on unique insights for long-term growth;
• Instilment of continuous improvement mindset to suppliers to create and operate their own robust quality system – potentially leading to lower defect rates and inspection costs.

"This program is tailor-made for retailers and brand owners who engage in strategic and long-term relationships with their suppliers", said Nicolas Girard, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain Solutions at Bureau Veritas. "When combining retailers’ and brands’ market knowledge, supplier production expertise and Bureau Veritas’ deep understanding of product quality and performance, our Program supports clients not only identify issues, but implement lasting solutions that drive vendor and supplier businesses forward – and add real value."

Bureau Veritas’ Quality Advisory Program is already delivering results for clients, including one of the leading retailers in the USA, where the successful implementation of the program saw benefits both up and downstream, including reduced defect rates for suppliers, reduced inspection cost savings, as well as increased end-customer satisfaction with product quality.

"In today's complex global marketplace, businesses need more than just inspection and testing services," Mr Girard added. "By understanding retailer and brand expectations, and identifying areas of improvement within manufacturing facilities, our Quality Advisory Program adds value throughout supply chains – and transform quality from a cost center to a strategic advantage."

The launch of the Quality Advisory Program reinforces Bureau Veritas' commitment to providing transformational supply chain solutions that add real value through our partnerships with businesses. By helping businesses improve supply chain quality and efficiency, Bureau Veritas is supporting them in managing the challenges faced by supply chains in today’s macro-force driven world.

The service is available in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Vietnam and China at launch across selected Softline and Hardline categories to Bureau Veritas retail partners, with further development expected in coming months.

For more information, please visit Factory Quality Advisory Solution.