date:Aug 04, 2012
ore unannounced audits of manufacturers, say commentators. Some have reported that the BRC has been forced down this road because of some retailers' increased concerns about the robustness and ability of third-party audits to protect their brands' reputations.
While signing up to unannounced third-party audits is currently voluntary for suppliers, some believe it is only a matter of time before it becomes the norm. They argue that supermarkets will eventually only agree to trade with suppliers