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www.orbuk.org Responsible Business Standard National Sustainability Standard including Social and Environmental Responsibility Presented by Clive Bonny CMC FRSA, Assessor for The Responsible Business Standard The Institute of Consulting Baseline Personnel Security Standard Co-author Business Ethics (published by The Economist)

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CSR corporate social responsibility quality management standards for small enterprises for supply chain development presented by Clive Bonny Strategic Management Partners

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Responsible Business StandardNational Sustainability Standard including

Social and Environmental Responsibility

Presented by Clive Bonny CMC FRSA, Assessor for The Responsible Business Standard

The Institute of ConsultingBaseline Personnel Security Standard

Co-author Business Ethics (published by The Economist)

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The Responsible Business Standard is

Developed from up to date Best Practice benchmarks

Assessed by the Organisation for Responsible Businesses

Tailored for organisations employing up to 250 staff

Supported nationally by the public and private sectors

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What is a Responsible Business:

“One that operates efficiently and ethically; meets and exceeds legislation; and always considers

its impact on people and the environment.”

Includes SME’s, Social Enterprises, Charities and Community Interest Companies

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Environmental and Social Responsibility Standards

Drivers: UK Companies Act 2006; UK Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012 European Commission strategy for Corporate Social Responsibility

Reporting Obligations for Corporate and Public sector New procurement standards for supply chain management

Requires supply chain has consistent back-to-back standards

The authority must consider—(a) how what is proposed to be procured might improve the economic,social and environmental well-being of the relevant area, and(b) how, in conducting the process of procurement, it might act with a viewto securing that improvement.

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The Standard is a useful tool on several levels:

An internal and external independently verified value system. Enhanced reputation, risk management, process improvement Supporting Quality Marks ISO 9001, 14001, 22301, 27001, BS 25999, IEMA Acorn, Low Carbon STEM, Fair Trade schemes

Proof of consistent processes down the supply chain

Evidence of social and environment standards for tender purposes

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What does it cover?Legal Compliance and operational best practice in:

Resource Planning and Cost Management

Environment and Social Responsibility

Community Engagement and Support

Employer Branding for Quality Service

Values, Transparency and Ethical Behaviour

Business Continuity Sustainability and Resilience

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The review identifies how to improve and sustain

Resource management and cost-savings Broader leverage of community support networksStaff motivation, retention and attractionWider supply chain partnerships

Plus a plan of action to deliver immediate benefits

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Assessment is tailored for each applicant

People, Processes, Purposes and Goals Ensures Best Value Outcomes and Impacts

Standards awarded for Bronze, Silver, Gold

Certification lasts 2 years with a light touch annual review

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A Typical Review:

Costs approx £500

Takes about 4 hours onsite

Is validated by a lead auditor

Includes confidential interviews

Fully reports successes and recommendations

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• Choosing a local award or a Certified Quality Standard?• Both are mutually supportive

• AWARDS offer annual sector recognition for recent local achievements. Many apply and some are shortlisted. Sector specialists are appointed to judge.

• STANDARDS are nationally recognised and independently CERTIFIED quality benchmarks for operational excellence. Operational processes are AUDITED by certified trained ASSESSORS. Standards require evidence of embedded competency for future sustainable success.

• All applicants can potentially achieve a Standard.

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• “Achieving the Gold Award has helped us to raise our profile and identify new ways of engaging with our stakeholders” Sandra Garlick of De Marco Hunter Solicitors

• “Standard sits comfortably alongside the Buy With Confidence scheme ...increasing business and consumer confidence” Chief Executive Essex County Council

• “Businesses must ensure they are tender ready and can validate the standards their businesses operate...for tender applications and supply chain enquiries” Federation of Small Businesses, Ian Wicks Essex Regional Chair

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GrowthAccelerator Support

• THE CHALLENGE

• Several days coaching to visibly improve• Internal Quality systems and processes • IP Asset protection and management• External Marketing Awareness and Sales

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Caring for baby and parents to beInformed, Prepared and Confident

• Co structure, vision, values and social impact• Contract reviews, mediation, cost reduction• Awards, PR, Corporate and Public Partnering• http://www.youtube.com/watch?

v=0QImDB8C0a4&feature=share&list=PLbW2LHg991GUWRohD5dviaV3bZKMlR0GZ

• On Target to support 10,000 parents

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Financing, Re-Branding, Social Media MarketingApprenticeships, Public Petitioning, Licensing FORECAST REVENUE ONE MILLION POUNDS IN FIRST YEAR OF TRADING http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qW0weFGfQXc&feature=youtu.be https://www.facebook.com/MalpassMarkets

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STUDIO 57 STRIDE UK

New Occupational Health Service Reducing Absence Forming NHS Bid Consortium

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Responsible Business Award, Bid/Won Public Tender, Education / Business Partnership Developments

Big Lemon Bus CIC extends into private hire and leisure

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Contact [email protected] 308865

• SMP affiliations include recognised practitioners:• Organisation for Responsible Businesses• Sustainable Business Partnership• Business Community Partnership• Green Chain• Common Purpose• Royal Society of Arts Manufactures and Commerce• Mindful Employer• Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment• Environmental Sustainability Knowledge Transfer Network