At Wild Thang, we have always been committed to operating ethically and responsibly, ensuring that our supply chain adheres to the highest standards of social responsibility and ethical trade practices. We are thrilled to announce that we have passed the criteria to be accepted onto the Global SMETA Database!
Carrie Providing Information On The SMETA Audit
The Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit (SMETA) is a globally recognised and widely accepted auditing methodology designed to assess social and ethical compliance in supply chains. It evaluates a range of criteria, including labour standards, health and safety practices, environmental impact, and business ethics. SMETA is known for its comprehensive and flexible approach, which allows companies to address various aspects of responsible sourcing and ethical practices.
Wild Thang Staff Attending A SMETA Information Meeting
In the months leading up to the SMETA Audit, the entire Wild Thang team came together to ensure that every aspect of our operations was in line with ethical standards. We meticulously reviewed our supply chain, engaged with suppliers and implemented measures to ensure fair treatment of workers, safe working conditions and sustainable sourcing of materials.
ETI Base Code Displayed Around Wild Thang
The Audit is completed on a pass or fail basis and we were glad to open our doors with complete transparency to SEDEX for the SMETA to show the world class business we run, the audit included a run through the company information and It also included interviewing a significant number of our employees.
Wild Thang's 8-Stage Sustainability Pledge
The SMETA Audit is not just a checkbox exercise; it reflects our core values and commitment to making a positive impact on society and the environment. It provides third-party verification of our ethical practices, offering transparency and credibility to our stakeholders, clients, and customers. Moreover, the SMETA Audit helps us identify areas for improvement, paving the way for ongoing enhancements and continuous development of our ethical initiatives.
Wild Thang Senior Team Meeting
The simple act of being listed on the SEDEX SMETA website is a huge achievement for any company, this gives companies who want to work with us across the world know that Wild Thang is an ethical company who do business the right way, this leads to more business and connections across the globe.
Wild Thang Graphics/Artwork Department
The successful completion of the SMETA Audit is a proud moment for all of us at Wild Thang. It reaffirms our dedication to ethical excellence and responsible business practices. Through this audit, we have demonstrated our commitment to fair trade, workers' welfare, and sustainability. We are delighted to share this achievement with our valued clients, partners and the wider community.
Carrie Holding Our ISO Accreditation
The Smeta audit success is a fantastic addition to Sedex Membership, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 & BPMA Charter status certification, meaning we are one of the highest certified companies of our industry type in the whole of the UK
Wild Thang Team Coming Together For A Party
We really take pride in the way we do things at wild thang and go out of our way to make working at Wild Thang HQ as great as it can be, perks such as free fruit, coffees, fun days and staff socials are all part of the experience working at Wild Thang.
Carrie And Chris Discussing Branding Options
The SMETA Audit is not a destination; rather, it is a significant milestone in our journey towards becoming a more ethical and sustainable company. With the guidance of the audit results, we will further enhance our ethical practices, setting the bar higher for ourselves and our industry. This accomplishment motivates us to continue pushing the boundaries of ethical trade, inspiring positive change within our supply chain and beyond.
Wild Thang Digital Print Department
As we celebrate the successful completion of the SMETA Audit, we extend our gratitude to our dedicated team, suppliers and all those who contributed to this achievement. Ethical excellence remains at the heart of everything we do at Wild Thang and this audit reinforces our commitment.
To find out more about our Certification, CSR commitments and even our commitment to sustainability you can follow the links below!
Industry Accreditations Sustainability Pledge Vote Wild Thang GET IN TOUCH