Case Studies

Case Studies:

Factory Case Study

“ESCP is a trustworthy and innovative partner. They are the foundation of our company and also the foundation of our culture. Being a member of the program is very important for us.”

ESCP speaks to the Chief Finance Officer and Director of CSR & Sustainability at Combine Will about how they are maximising the benefits of ESCP membership since joining in 2004.

Factory Case Study

“I think the increase in workers’ satisfaction is the major reason why our employee turnover rate has more than halved”

Established in 1971, Golden Cup Printing (GCP) employs around 800 people at its Dongguan factory in the southern China province of Guangdong.

Factory Case Study

“Employee satisfaction, productivity, efficiency and harmony have all increased, while our turnover rate is around a quarter of what it was"

Established in 2007 and certified by the Ethical Supply Chain Program (ESCP) in 2008, BestTop Toys supplies major brands like Target, McDonald's, Disney, MGA and Universal Studios.

Member Case Study

"You can only tackle problems when they arise if you've got a very good ongoing relationship with suppliers, which ESCP helps us to have"

DK joined ESCP in 2008 looking for a program that not only provided audit assurance but that aligned with their values and ensured that their product would be delivered with integrity.

Member Case Study

"Without the tools and support that ESCP provides, we would probably need an additional member of staff"

Penguin Random House turned to ESCP in 2017 lead by the desire for complete transparency across the global supply chain and the need for a well-rounded program that goes beyond simply auditing suppliers.

Member Case Study

"If you really want to add value to your ESG strategy and be seen as a serious player, definitely have a conversation with the team"

The DHL Group joined the program in 2021, they approached ESCP to learn about the Social Impact & Environmental Assessment tools.

Member Case Study

"We take responsible sourcing and worker well-being incredibly seriously, which is why we signed up as a member"

Spin Master joined the program in 2016. Since joining, they have praised the program for how it fulfils CSR ambitions and enhances oversight of an expanding supply chain.

Partner Case Studies:

ESCP - the sustainable approach to positively impacting workers, children, parents, and consumers

Shared Value Initiative recently produced a case study on our program. The case study highlights the societal and business benefits of the ESCP program and how we address business pain points for organisations globally.