2025 was our second year at Flagship as an Approved EcoVadis Training Partner. With ESG expectations rising and supply chains demanding transparency, EcoVadis has become a critical benchmark for businesses worldwide. We’re proud to have helped companies across Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) rise to the challenge and achieve measurable impact.
Our 2025 Achievements
This year, we supported 20 companies across multiple sectors within the CEE region, guiding them through the EcoVadis assessment process and helping them embed sustainability into their operations.
Remarkable rating improvements:
- Asekol CZ: From 67 to 78 (+16%), earning Gold and ranking in the 95th percentile.
- DALUS-TICHELMANN: From 49 to 70 (+43%), achieving Silver.
- O.K. Solution: From 39 to 61 (+56%), earning Bronze.
First-time assessments were a success:
- Komax Hungary: 72 points, Silver, 89th percentile.
- Rizlly: 83 points, Gold, 98th percentile.
- TH Service CZ: 76 points, Silver, 93rd percentile.
Overall performance metrics:
Industries We Impacted
From waste collection and plastics manufacturing to electronics, HR services, and pharmaceutical research, our clients represent the full spectrum of CEE business. This diversity shows that sustainability is no longer optional, it’s a universal priority.
Challenges We Helped Overcome
2025 brought new challenges for businesses, including:
- Evolving EcoVadis criteria and the need to keep up with best practices.
- Limited internal resources for sustainability documentation.
- Uncertainty about which initiatives deliver the most impact.
- Difficulty understanding current scores (for those recertifying).
- Lack of clarity on practical steps and areas to focus on to improve scores.
- Setting specific priorities and managing workload effectively.
- Navigating the process efficiently from start to finish.
Our tailored approach - localized guidance, practical insights, and structured documentation - helped businesses turn these challenges into opportunities for growth and resilience.
How we help companies with EcoVadis
We follow a proven process to make your sustainability journey clear, structured, and effective:
- Gap Analysis & Quick Benchmarking: We identify the areas to focus on and compare your current position with EcoVadis requirements.
- Deep-Dive Documentation Review: We examine your existing evidence, expose any gaps, and specify what must be added or revised. We provide proven, results-driven documentation templates that help companies strengthen their EcoVadis performance and streamline the preparation process.
- Score-Improvement Strategy: We show you how to interpret your score and provide concrete tips tied to the Corrective Action Plan (for companies that are recertifying), so you can climb the points ladder as efficiently as possible.
- Year-Round Support: Throughout the entire assessment cycle, we’re on hand to answer questions, fine-tune data, and track your progress all the way to medal level.
Why EcoVadis Matters More Than Ever
EcoVadis ratings have become a key differentiator in procurement and tender processes. Strong scores not only open doors to new partnerships but also demonstrate a company’s commitment to ESG principles, critical for long-term success.
Why Corporate Pressure Is Driving EcoVadis Adoption
In 2025, one of the strongest forces behind sustainability progress in the EcoVadis area wasn’t regulation, it was corporate expectations. Large companies increasingly rely on EcoVadis to manage supply chain sustainability, and this has created a ripple effect for businesses of all sizes.
Here’s what we observed:
- Mandatory Participation: Some corporations now require suppliers to be part of EcoVadis as a condition for doing business.
- Score-Based Goals: Others set minimum score thresholds – usually in the range between 50 and 60 points for suppliers to remain competitive.
- Tender Advantages: Many companies offer extra points or preferential treatment in tenders for suppliers with strong EcoVadis ratings.
- Strategic Partnerships: High scores can unlock long-term contracts and strengthen relationships with global players focused on ESG.
This trend means that EcoVadis isn’t just a “nice-to-have”, it’s becoming a business-critical requirement for companies aiming to stay in supply chains and win new opportunities.
Take Your EcoVadis Performance to the Next Level
We’re excited to continue this journey in 2026, helping even more businesses embed sustainability into their DNA. If your organization is ready to boost its EcoVadis rating and make a lasting impact, let’s talk.
Contact us today to learn how we can support your sustainability goals and help you stand out in a competitive market.
