B Corp Certification
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Achieve Impact: B Corp Certification for Enterprises
B Corp Certification recognizes companies that meet rigorous social and environmental criteria set forth in the B Lab Standards. This service is suitable for different companies, from product manufacturers to service providers, seeking to demonstrate transparency, accountability, and positive impact on people, communities, and the environment. By pursuing certification and then undergoing an independent, third-party verification audit from SCS Global Services, you strengthen credibility with consumers, investors, and partners, differentiate your business in the marketplace, and reinforce your commitment to responsible business practices.
SCS Expertise
SCS Global Services is a world leader in third-party verification, certification, and auditing, with over 40 years of experience supporting companies across diverse industries. Our deep knowledge of sustainability, social responsibility, and environmental performance uniquely position us to provide reliable, independent verification to organizations pursuing B Corp Certification.
Selected by B Lab as the exclusive certification body for medium to very large enterprises seeking B Corp Certification, SCS delivers rigorous and credible verification worldwide. The addition of independent, third-party verification of compliance with the B Lab Standards strengthens transparency, accountability, and stakeholder trust and increases value in the B Corp brand.
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This program is designed for different companies, from product manufacturers to service providers, looking to demonstrate a positive impact on people, communities, and the environment.
The B Lab Standards include Impact Topic requirements that help companies take concrete actions across seven key social, environmental, and governance areas. These impact topics are:
- Purpose and Stakeholder Governance
- Climate Action
- Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
- Government Affairs and Collective Action
- Fair Work
- Human Rights
Achieving certification signifies alignment with global best practices in responsible business and publicly demonstrates your company’s commitment to social and environmental impact.
- Intake & Eligibility
- Confirm with B Lab that your company meets eligibility requirements and is prepared to pursue certification.
- Self-Assessment
- Complete the B Lab assessment and submit documentation for review.
- Assessment & Third-Party Certification
- SCS reviews submitted materials, may request clarifications or interviews, and ensures consistent application of B Lab standards.
- Certification Issuance
- After verification is complete, your company receives B Corp Certification, confirming alignment with B Lab standards.
- Ongoing Support & Reassessment
- Companies can maintain compliance and prepare for future recertification cycles with SCS.
- B Corp Certification demonstrates verified social and environmental performance according to B Lab standards.
- Certification helps companies differentiate themselves in the marketplace as leaders in responsible business practices.
- Third-party audits ensure consistent application of B Lab standards and builds confidence in B Corp Certification.
- Meeting requirements under emerging EU due diligence and sustainability reporting regulations strengthens regulatory compliance and reduces operational risk.
- Enterprises pursuing certification demonstrate transparency and accountability to consumers, investors, and partners.
- Certification supports alignment with global best practices for social and environmental performance.
- Ongoing recertification help companies achieve continuous improvement in the B Lab standards.
- Achieving B Corp status signals a commitment to positive impact on people, communities, and the environment.
What is B Corp Certification and who is eligible?
B Corp Certification is a designation awarded by B Lab that recognizes verified social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. Any for-profit company, from product manufacturers to service providers, can pursue certification if they meet B Lab’s standards.
How long does it take from submission to audit, and what is the typical timeline to achieve B Corp Certification under the new B Lab Standards?
The timeline varies based on company size, complexity, and preparedness. SCS supports companies through each step, from intake and eligibility verification through assessment and third-party certification, helping streamline the process for a reliable verification experience.
How does the certification process work?
Companies need to confirm eligibility with their regional B Lab office and complete a B Lab assessment. Apply for third party independent verification by SCS; the process includes verification of social and environmental performance, which may involve clarification requests, interviews, and site visits. The timeline varies depending on company size, complexity, and preparedness.
How often must B Corp Certification be renewed, and how does recertification work for companies selling in the European Union (EU)?
Certification is valid for 5 years, with surveillance audits and recertification audits to maintain B Corp status. Audit frequency depends on company size, complexity, and the scope of documentation submitted. For companies selling in the EU, SCS provides guidance to support ongoing compliance and recertification, but exact submission deadlines should be confirmed with SCS or the regional B Lab office.
Who are B Lab’s assurance partners carrying out the audits, and why were they chosen?
SCS Global Services is the exclusive certification body for Medium to XX Large companies seeking B Corp Certification, covering organizations with 50 to 10,000+ workers. SCS was chosen for its global reach, credibility, and expertise in social and environmental performance, ensuring rigorous and consistent verification worldwide.
How long is an audit?
Audit duration depends on company size, complexity, and the scope of documentation submitted. Audits may include site visits, interviews, and clarification requests.
How often must B Corp Certification be renewed?
Companies undergo periodic recertification to maintain their B Corp status, with ongoing guidance available to support continued compliance.
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