ISO/UNDP PAS 53002:2024 : Empowering Businesses to Align with SDGs

The newly-introduced ISO/UNDP PAS 53002:2024 provides organisations with a practical framework to implement the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into their operational and strategic plans. This guideline, launched on 12 September 2024, aligns with UN SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals), promoting collaboration between businesses, governments, and civil society to achieve sustainable outcomes. "Although it is early days yet, we hope to promote the use of this guidance document as a tool for the implementation of sustainability practices in South Africa," says Oliver Naidoo, Managing Director of JC Auditors (JCA).

Advancing Safe and Sustainable Transport

A key area of JCA's compliance services is a commitment to promoting safety and sustainability in the transport and logistics sector. Through certification solutions that include ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 13485, ISO 3834, ISO 39001 and the well-known RTMS standard, JCA helps companies enhance operational efficiency, minimise risk, and promote a culture of safety, quality, environmental responsibility and business sustainability.

JCA's support for RTMS (South African National Standard for Commercial Fleets), ISO 39001 (Road Traffic Safety Management Systems) and ISO/UNDP PAS 53002:2024 aligns with UN SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and UN SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), by reducing road traffic accidents and improving road safety for all. By helping transport companies meet these international standards, JCA contributes to safer roads, improved productivity and sustainable supply chains.

Environmental Stewardship and Climate Action

JCA's focus on ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems) and ISO 14083 (Greenhouse Gas Emissions for Road Transport) directly supports UN SDG 13 (Climate Action). These standards empower businesses to identify and manage environmental risks, reduce carbon footprints, and implement best practices for resource efficiency.

With the transport sector being one of the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions globally, these standards help companies monitor and manage their impact on the environment, paving the way for greener logistics and sustainable business practices. Additionally, ISO 13485 contributes by ensuring that the healthcare sector operates with the highest safety standards, further reinforcing sustainability in the medical supply chain.

These environmental standards encourage businesses to operate in a manner that reduces waste and optimises the use of natural resources, while ISO/UNDP PAS 53002:2024 provides businesses with a framework to ensure their operations align with global sustainability priorities.

ISO 13485, which focuses on quality management systems for medical devices, supports UN SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by ensuring that the highest standards of quality and safety are maintained throughout the lifecycle of medical devices. JCA's support for ISO 13485 ensures that companies in the healthcare sector can demonstrate their commitment to quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance, thereby contributing to global health outcomes.

Empowering Sustainable and Quality-focused Businesses

JCA recognises the importance of supporting businesses across industries - logistics, healthcare and beyond - to thrive in an increasingly sustainability-driven world. By keeping abreast of global trends and providing internationally recognised certifications, JCA helps companies demonstrate their commitment to sustainable and quality-driven practices. This not only opens doors to new opportunities and international markets, but also supports UN SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), by helping businesses grow responsibly while fostering a culture of safety, sustainability, quality, and ethical practices.

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