EcoVadis Competitors and Alternatives

EcoVadis may be a big name in the sustainability management space, but is it the most flexible and cost-effective solution for managing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data?

EcoVadis’ platform evaluates suppliers’ ESG performance, which helps businesses make informed decisions on supplier selection and minimizes risks. Key features include comprehensive assessments, benchmarking against industry standards, and customizable scorecards. 

However, EcoVadis’ rigid contractual model presents several challenges for businesses looking for flexibility. One major drawback is that the EcoVadis’ model does not allow third-party partners, like SupplyShift and SupplierGateway, to be the single point of contact for managing supplier ESG data.

Businesses must also sign a contract with EcoVadis for each supplier’s data accessed, resulting in a cumbersome process that hampers efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.

If you want more from your ESG reporting software, you’ve got several competitive options. 

Let’s take a look at five EcoVadis competitors: 

• SupplierGateway
• SupplyShift
• IntegrityNext
• Sphera
• Sedex

SupplierGateway 

SupplierGateway is a supplier information management and B2B procurement platform connecting buyers and vendors by providing access to accurate, reliable information. 

Simple, user-friendly supplier sourcing tool

Partnering with SupplyShift, we created multiple assessment frameworks spanning all relevant sustainability domains, bringing transparency to your supply chain. Our Sustainability Assessments offer a quick and scalable solution for collecting ESG data from suppliers, ensuring compliance with national and global sustainability regulations.

Example of a supplier’s ESG rating results

Unlike EcoVadis, SupplierGateway acts as your single source of truth for sustainability assessments, analysis, and reporting – giving you access to ESG data for your entire supply chain conveniently through our platform. Need more information? Additional levels of supply chain transparency are easily accessible through SupplyShift’s portal for a one-time fee. 

Key Features

Our supply chain sustainability software offers a wide range of sustainability assessments, including:

• Supplier ESG Assessment: Analyzes your company’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) policies to pinpoint risks, elevate standards, and provide true supply chain transparency. 
• Greenhouse Gas Leadership and Reporting Assessment: Identifies suppliers actively reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and working towards mitigating climate risks, helping you foster strategic, eco-friendly partnerships.
• Supplier DEI Assessment: Provides insights into supplier diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), such as diverse supplier status, empowering you to strategically engage with vendors, promote inclusivity, and comply with regulations.
• Human Rights Compliance Assessment: Examines your suppliers’ labor practices to combat modern slavery and human trafficking within your supply chain, fostering ethical sourcing practices.

Assessments and Reporting dashboard

SupplierGateway streamlines these processes, simplifying corporate social responsibility programs. Experience our comprehensive platform firsthand with a self-guided tour. 

Pros

We make it easy to gather sustainability data for your supply chain. Whether you’re just starting your journey or reporting Scope 3 emissions, our assessments ask the right questions and give you clear results. A few highlights of our platform include:

• Single point of contact for supplier sustainability management simplifies the process, decreases administrative work, and saves time.
• Multi-tiered pricing model gives you flexibility and delivers cost-savings.
• Sustainability Assessments cover every domain, providing full transparency and ensuring compliance with regulations. 
• Access to SupplyShift’s portal for deep analysis and corrective action planning.
• Quick turnaround delivers data in as little as three weeks. 

Choose and send assessments to your suppliers with a single click

Take the first step towards optimizing your operations and making informed decisions. Book a demo today to explore our intuitive dashboard and discover how we provide complete transparency throughout your supply chain. 

Pricing

Our pricing model offers flexibility based on the level of transparency your organization requires. Packages start at $170 for 100 assessments and access to the SupplyChain Overview dashboard, individual supplier assessment reports, and SupplyShift Buyer portal for deep data analysis. 

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SupplyShift

SupplyShift offers supply chain visibility, assessments and reporting, and supplier engagement in one platform. It provides 26 ready-to-use tools and assessments on various sustainability topics. 

SupplyShift

Key features include:

• Specialized assessments for specific requirements.
• Customizable questions and metrics.
• Data available at supplier, facility, and product levels.
• Supplier engagement communication tools.

Pros:

• Seamless data integration.
• No supplier fees.
• Average implementation time is three weeks.

Cons:

• Expensive pricing model.
• Fixed price doesn’t allow for flexibility based on the number of assessments needed.

Pricing: SupplyShift’s pricing plans start at $21,000.

IntegrityNext

IntegrityNext is a supply chain monitoring platform that makes gathering, analyzing, and managing sustainability data from suppliers simple. It offers more than 25 ready-to-use assessments covering key sustainability aspects. 

IntegrityNext

Key features include:

• ESG Risk Management database covering 37 topics.
• Critical news monitoring for up-to-date information.
• GRI-certified KPIs and charts included in reports.
• Corrective action plans for suppliers in need of improvement.

Pros:

• No supplier fees.
• Assessments available in 13 languages.
• Integration with various procurement platforms. 

Cons:

• Lack of supplier engagement and communication tools.
• Non-flexible pricing model.

Pricing: IntegrityNext starts at €9,800.00/year.

Sphera 

Sphera provides a scalable enterprise solution to monitor ESG data and meet global sustainability standards. It offers more than 20 different supply chain sustainability assessments.

Sphera

Key features include:

• Sustainability and ESG Reporting
• Performance Management and Improvement
• Environmental Impact Calculation
• Portfolio Management

Pros:

• Large selection of services and tools.
• Quick implementation of supplier collaboration tools. 
• Suppliers can re-share the data they provide.

Cons:

• Some users feel the platform has a steep learning curve.
• No pricing transparency. 

Pricing: Sphera offers a quote-based pricing model.

Sedex 

Sedex simplifies managing ESG risks and ensures compliance with business and supply chain legislation. It uses the SMETA audit, delivered by an auditor company, to assess labor, health and safety, and ESG risks. 

Sedex

Key Features

• Tailored audits for specific industries and use cases.
• Focus on ethical trade and responsible sourcing. 
• In-depth reports highlight critical areas for improvement. 

Pros

• Narrow focus addresses only industry-relevant risks. 
• Offers consulting, global services, and training programs.

Cons

• Does not offer comprehensive ESG assessments. 
• Suppliers must also be Sedex members to undergo an audit. 

Pricing: Memberships start at £6,471/year. 

Looking for an EcoVadis Alternative? 

Your sustainability and CSR programs need flexibility and comprehensive software solutions. SupplierGateway is the global leader in supplier information management, and with our Sustainability Assessments and Reporting you get across-the-board transparency into your supply chain. 

Select assessments for your suppliers, get results in as little as three weeks, and collaborate with vendors. Get compliant with sustainability regulations and analyze your supplier data – all with one user-friendly platform.