IPC 1401 helps companies achieve intended outcomes of a supply chain social responsibility management system, creating value for the company, its customers, its suppliers and other stakeholders. Users of this standard can expect the following outcomes:
- Enhancement of working conditions, environmental performance and ethics level of the supply chain
- Fulfillment of compliance obligations and reduced risks and costs of the supply chain
- Achievement of social responsibility objectives, including improvement of customer satisfaction and competitive advantages of the enterprise and its supply chain
