What is Ecovadis certification and why is it important for companies?
The “Ecovadis certification” is a strategic tool for assessing corporate sustainability. Through an annual subscription, organisations gain access to the Ecovadis platform, where a team of experts analyses in detail the company’s performance in terms of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), the environment, ethics and sustainable procurement.
The result of this Ecovadis assessment is reflected in a score ranging from 1 to 100 points, allowing companies to know their level of sustainability and compare themselves with other organisations in the same sector. Based on the rating obtained, Ecovadis awards an Ecovadis sustainability medal (platinum, gold, silver or bronze), which is recognised and used by thousands of companies to improve their reputation, access new business opportunities and demonstrate their commitment to sustainability.
How the Ecovadis assessment works, step by step
The Ecovadis assessment is the process by which a company obtains its Ecovadis certification and an internationally recognised sustainability score. This paid service analyses each organisation’s material impacts in terms of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), the environment, ethics and responsible purchasing, always based on documented and verified evidence.
As an Ecovadis consultancy, we accompany you throughout the Ecovadis assessment process to achieve Ecovadis certification:
1. Registration on the Ecovadis platform
El primer paso para obtener la “certificación Ecovadis” es registrarse en la plataforma Ecovadis. Durante el registro se solicita se solicita información relativa a la organización, incluido el sector de actividad.
Con estos datos, Ecovadis personaliza el cuestionario de sostenibilidad según el perfil de cada empresa. Como consultoría Ecovadis, te ayudamos a rellenarlo.
2. Sustainability questionnaire
Una vez completado el registro, la empresa recibe acceso al cuestionario Ecovadis, adaptado a su sector, tamaño y localización. El cuestionario implica a varias áreas de la empresa (recursos humanos, medio ambiente, compras, dirección). Se deben aportar “documentos justificativos” que respalden las políticas, procedimientos y prácticas de sostenibilidad.
Este paso es clave porque la puntuación Ecovadis depende directamente de la calidad y relevancia de las evidencias presentadas. Con nuestra consultoría Ecovadis le ayudamos a lograr la mejor medalla Ecovadis, junto al certificado de sostenibilidad ecovadis.
3. Expert analysis
Tras enviar el cuestionario, los analistas de la medalla Ecovadis revisan la información y contrastan los documentos con fuentes públicas (noticias, informes, bases de datos). El proceso suele tardar entre 6 y 8 semanas.
La metodología de análisis se basa en estándares como las normas GRI, ISO 26001 y los ODS.
4. Ecovadis results and score
Al finalizar el análisis, Ecovadis publica el resultado de la evaluación ecovadis, válida durante 12 meses.
La empresa obtiene una puntuación de 0 a 100. Según la nota, se otorga una medalla Ecovadis (Platino, Oro, Plata o Bronce). Los resultados pueden compartirse con clientes, proveedores y socios comerciales a través de la plataforma.
La certificación Ecovadis es un estándar global que ayuda a mejorar su reputación empresarial, reforzar la sostenibilidad de su cadena de suministro y acceder a nuevas oportunidades de negocio.
Cost of Ecovadis certification
The “cost of Ecovadis certification” varies depending on the size of the company, the sector and the level of complexity of its operations.
The Ecovadis platform applies an annual fee based on turnover and geographical location. In addition, factors such as the quality of the documentation submitted, the maturity of the sustainability system and the availability of verifiable evidence also have an influence. Companies with more structured environmental, ethical, and social management tend to achieve better results with less effort.
Hiring a specialised Ecovadis consultancy can also influence the total price, but it speeds up the process and optimises the final score. This professional service helps identify areas for improvement, implement sustainable policies, and prepare the necessary documentation to achieve Ecovadis medals (bronze, silver, gold, or platinum). Investing in certification
Ecovadis not only has a cost, but also brings great reputational and competitive value in the long term.
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Companies with Ecovadis certification
Companies that have undergone the Ecovadis assessment through the Ecovadis platform stand out for their commitment to corporate sustainability and social responsibility. Large international corporations and SMEs from different sectors have obtained Ecovadis medals (bronze, silver, gold or platinum) thanks to their environmental, ethical and social management.
Companies such as Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, Nestlé, Telefónica and Acciona are examples of success stories that have integrated ESG criteria (environment, labour rights, ethics and supply chain) into their corporate strategy. They have improved their reputation, their access to new markets and their relationship with customers and investors.
Obtaining Ecovadis certification promotes transparency and continuous improvement, becoming an added value for the entire supply chain. With the support of an Ecovadis consultancy, any company can assess its sustainable performance, implement effective improvements and achieve an internationally recognised rating, thus strengthening its competitiveness and leadership in corporate sustainability.
ISO standards linked to Ecovadis
The relationship between EcoVadis certification and ISO standards is complementary, as EcoVadis assesses sustainability, while ISO standards manage it through certifiable management systems. Companies with ISO systems in place tend to obtain better EcoVadis scores because they already have documented policies, evidence and improvements.
EcoVadis assesses four areas that align with several ISO standards:
- Environment. This is linked to the ISO 14001 environmental management certification or the ISO 50001 energy efficiency certification. Some examples of evidence are environmental policy, objectives, and monitoring of consumption and emissions.
- Labour and human rights. This EcoVadis axis is linked to the ISO 45001, ISO 26000, and SA8000 certifications. Like Ecovadis, they require labour, training, health and safety policies.
- Ethics. Ecovadis is linked to the following ISO standards: ISO 37001, ISO 26000 and ISO 53002. These standards require an anti-bribery policy, code of conduct or reporting channel.
- Sustainable procurement, covered by ISO 20400 and ISO 9001 standards. Linked to Ecovadis, they require supplier assessment with environmental and social clauses.
Synergies between Ecovadis and ISO standards
There are synergies between EcoVadis and ISO standards. We highlight:
- ISO policies, procedures, indicators and audits serve as direct evidence in the EcoVadis questionnaire.
- Implementing ISO facilitates traceability and continuous improvement, which EcoVadis values.
- EcoVadis, in turn, encourages the integration of more ISO standards to improve sustainable management, such as ISO 45001, ISO 14001, EMAS, and the GHG Protocol.