Avetta, a global leader in supply chain risk management (SCRM) software, has announced the launch of the Avetta ESG Social Desktop Audit, a new digital assessment solution developed in partnership with ReGen Strategic. Integrated within the AI-powered Avetta One platform, this comprehensive tool is designed to help hiring organizations more efficiently identify, manage, and reduce social responsibility risks across their supply chains. At the same time, it empowers suppliers and contractors to accelerate their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) maturity and clearly demonstrate responsible business practices that go beyond basic compliance.
As regulatory scrutiny intensifies, particularly in Australia, many organizations are struggling to keep pace with evolving expectations under the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth). Following the Act’s 2023 statutory review and subsequent government agreement in December 2024 to implement 25 of the 30 recommendations, businesses are now facing stricter reporting requirements, stronger due diligence expectations, and the prospect of heavier penalties. Moreover, with further reforms currently under consultation, companies are under growing pressure to improve visibility, accountability, and action throughout their supply chains.
In response, Avetta’s ESG Social Desktop Audit delivers a modern, proactive approach to social risk management. Rather than relying on slow, traditional audits, the new solution enables faster, more consistent assessments supported by independent ESG oversight. As a result, organizations can identify potential risks earlier, demonstrate compliance more effectively, and reduce both regulatory exposure and reputational harm.
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“Our goal is to help our customers move beyond simple, lagging indicators of compliance to not only reduce key supply chain risks but also make lasting positive impact in the world,” said Katie Martin, Director, Sustainability and Innovation at Avetta. “Our new ESG Social Desktop Social Audit is designed to eliminate the blind spots of traditional, slow-moving audits, allowing customers to more quickly achieve proactive assurance and truly safeguard the human rights of every worker in modern supply chains.”
Likewise, ReGen Strategic emphasized the growing urgency for organizations to strengthen their due diligence frameworks. “The Modern Slavery Act already requires businesses to conduct due diligence to identify and address human rights risks across their supply chains,” said Colin Davies, General Manager for Sustainability and ESG at ReGen Strategic. “The 2023 independent review highlighted opportunities to strengthen these practices, noting enhanced risk-based due diligence and greater transparency. While these recommendations have been noted rather than enacted, the existing requirements suggest expectations are likely to increase, making it prudent for businesses to act now. Among other changes, this represents a significant shift, requiring rigorous processes to ensure full visibility and control across the supply chain.”
With the introduction of the ESG Social Desktop Audit, Avetta is offering organizations a future-ready pathway to strengthen governance, embed ethical practices, and deliver measurable ESG progress. The solution supports both mandatory and voluntary reporters by providing a structured, defensible framework to demonstrate accountability and continuous improvement.
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“There are also now increased penalties for not acting in accordance with the Act, making it paramount for businesses to take a proactive approach to risk management,” added Davies. “The Avetta ESG Social Desktop Audit is designed to enable businesses to mitigate risk, as well as go beyond compliance to operate ethically and sustainably in preparation for potential future regulatory shifts.”
The new audit framework requires suppliers and contractors to submit detailed responses and supporting documentation across several critical areas, including modern slavery policies and controls, supply chain transparency, labor practices, supplier assessments, training programs, and remediation processes. Avetta’s trained ESG auditors then independently evaluate this information against industry-leading benchmarks.
Importantly, suppliers that do not initially meet expectations receive clear, actionable guidance to help close gaps, strengthen protections, and raise overall ESG maturity. Consequently, the Avetta ESG Social Desktop Audit not only helps organizations comply with today’s regulations but also builds long-term resilience against emerging social and human rights risks in global supply chains.
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