The latest APSCA data confirms what has already been observed in practice: social auditing is becoming increasingly relevant across global supply chains. In 2025, APSCA members reported 187,615 audits - an increase of 8.8% compared to the previous year. This is not a sudden spike, but a steady and consistent…

The conclusion of the agreement between the European Union and Mercosur establishes one of the largest trade areas globally, encompassing close to 700 million consumers. For organizations operating in Europe and Latin America, it represents a structural shift in trade relations, creating new opportunities for export growth, market diversification, and…

We are living at a turning point. Sustainability has evolved from being merely an ethical commitment to becoming a regulatory requirement and a competitive factor. In this scenario, reporting emerges as the instrument of transparency, the proof of credibility and the compass that guides adaptation to the climate and social…

APCER Brazil, responsible for assessing sustainability and verifying carbon neutrality at COP30, is conducting detailed technical work that complements previously published coverage of the event. ISO 20121: assessment of key areas such as waste management, energy consumption, use of sustainable transport, and involvement of local suppliers with responsible practices. ISO…

World Quality Day, celebrated this year on November 13, is an opportunity to reflect on something present in everyone’s daily life: quality. It’s not just about the final product, but every process, every decision, and every interaction with clients, employees, and partners. At APCER, we believe quality is built through…

From November 18th to 20th, Porto will host the Annual Meeting of Members & Stakeholders (AMMS) 2025, organised by the APSCA – Association of Professional Social Compliance Auditors, at the Alfândega Porto Congress Centre, with the support of APCER. This international event brings together APSCA member firms and auditors, brands,…

APCER is accredited to carry out FSC® audits within the scope of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). The EUDR requires companies placing forest-based products on the EU market to ensure transparent and deforestation-free supply chains, with full traceability from the source of the raw material to the final product.…

In November 2025, Belém do Pará will become the world’s focal point as it hosts the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) - one of the most anticipated events on the global climate agenda. The conference will bring together government leaders, businesses, international organizations, and civil society to discuss…