Ignitis Group has become the first company in Lithuania to have its procurement and supply chain management assessed for compliance with the ISO 20400 “Sustainable Procurement” standard. An independent third party confirmed that the company meets the requirements of this international standard, which focuses on responsible procurement practices.
Inga Macijauskienė, Head of Group Procurement at Ignitis Group, said: “Sustainability principles have been consistently integrated into the Group’s procurement activities since 2021. Today, we can demonstrate not only readiness but also practical solutions and proven practices. The auditors identified no non-conformities, and this assessment confirms our progress.”
ISO 20400 provides guidelines for organisations to ensure their procurement processes are efficient and responsible by considering environmental, social, and business ethics aspects. The assessment found that Ignitis Group’s procurement and supply chain management align with these best practices.
The company’s compliance with ISO 20400 will be reviewed annually through surveillance audits to maintain ongoing adherence and improve processes further.
Ignitis Group stated that this achievement demonstrates its commitment to sustainable procurement and responsible supplier collaboration, aiming to create value for business, society, and the environment.
Policies and certifications play a key role in supporting these efforts.
