Case Study: Holland & Barrett scales responsible sourcing with Sedex

Holland & Barrett reduces audit duplication with Sedex

Holland & Barrett, a leading health and wellness retailer, faced the challenge of scaling its responsible sourcing programme across a complex global supply chain. With many smaller suppliers and evolving regulatory expectations, the business needed a structured, data-led approach to move beyond siloed processes and drive genuine improvement. They implemented Sedex as their central platform for supplier data and risk management.

Using the Sedex platform and SMETA audits, Holland & Barrett embedded responsible sourcing into core business operations, reducing audit duplication and cost. The solution provided site-level insight across the supply chain, enabling targeted supplier engagement and measurable improvements in standards. Sedex data now directly informs leadership reporting and has been used to launch worker-focused initiatives, turning supply chain insight into real-world impact.

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