The ISEAL Sustainability Podcast

Rethinking supply chain resilience from the first mile

As climate shocks intensify and new due diligence laws take effect, supply chain resilience is increasingly a business priority, but too often the focus remains on responding to disruption rather than addressing the conditions that create vulnerability in the first place.  In this episode, Rachel Potter (ISEAL) sits down with Sheila Senathirajah, Head of Social Impact at ISEAL, to explore why resilience needs to be understood from the first mile and what that means for companies sourcing from complex global supply chains.  They discuss how sustainability systems can build resilience through better producer engagement, improved visibility of first-mile risks, and longer-term investment in the people and landscapes that underpin global supply chains. From climate pressures and due diligence legislation to sourcing risk and investor expectations, the conversation makes the case for moving beyond short-term crisis response to building truly resilient supply chains.  www.iseal.org

Traceability, transparency, and trust: why they matter in business

In a world of tightening regulation and rising scrutiny, trust is built through clear evidence and accountability.  As regulations tighten and accountability expectations rise, businesses must show where materials come from and how they move through supply chains. What was once a sustainability issue is now a core business concern, shaping compliance, risk management, credibility, and a licence to operate. In this episode, Josh Taylor, Traceability Manager at ISEAL, explains why traceability matters more than ever and how systems are evolving to meet new demands. www.iseal.org

The evolution of corporate due diligence

Supply chain due diligence is shifting from a narrow focus on compliance to a broader responsibility for managing impacts. Credible sustainability systems are critical partners in this transition, helping companies meet regulatory requirements while reducing risks and advancing environmental and social progress. Patrick Mallet, ISEAL Director, Credibility and Innovations, highlights how systems with rigorous, credible structures in place not only help identify and report supply chain risks but also help mitigate and remediate them over time. www.iseal.org

Driving ambitious action on climate change

ISEAL's Kristin Komives looks at the urgency of climate action with host Giles Crosse.  She notes the fact that climate change and greenhouse gas emissions affect weather, temperatures and sea level rise, which in turn affect every environmental and human system on Earth.  Then, she reveals how credible voluntary action can help drive ambitious commitments to crucial climate impacts. To tackle climate change effectively, Kristin explains that we need systems that define credible practices for designing, checking and improving the actions we take on climate and greenhouse gas emissions. Finally, she reminds us that holistic approaches to sustainable development reinforce the understanding that climate challenges are deeply interconnected with all global systems.  www.iseal.org

Foundations for a more equitable world

Join Giles Crosse as he and Sheila Senathirajah, ISEAL’s Head of Social Impact, discuss ISEAL’s work on equity and livelihoods.  Sheila dives into the realities of fairer wages, living incomes, human rights and risks across the world's supply chains. And she touches on how the best solutions require trustworthy frameworks, with credible dialogues offering a catalysing power for foundational change. www.iseal.org