Sustainability at Assent

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Committed to Deep Sustainability

From the Desk of Keira Torkko, Chief People & Performance Officer

At Assent, sustainable development is not adjacent to our strategy, it is foundational to it.

As regulatory complexity increases and expectations for supply chain transparency grow, sustainability is no longer just a reporting exercise, it’s a driver of resilience, risk mitigation, and long-term competitiveness. Our mission to make the supply chains of complex manufacturers deeply and durably good reflects our belief that responsible business practices and strong performance go hand in hand. As an AI-native platform for supply chain sustainability and compliance, Assent helps manufacturers reduce risk, strengthen data integrity, and make informed decisions that support both business growth and environmental and social responsibility. By combining advanced AI capabilities with regulatory expertise and a global supply chain data network, we enable customers to embed sustainability into product design, sourcing, and trade compliance.

In 2025, our recertification as a Certified B Corporation reaffirmed our commitment to balancing purpose and performance, holding ourselves accountable to measurable standards of governance, transparency, and impact across our global operations. This progress is driven by our people. Through our People, Culture & Community initiatives, leadership development, and strong governance, we are building a workplace grounded in inclusion, integrity, and accountability.

At Assent, we are focused on building the infrastructure, technological, operational, and cultural, needed to support responsible growth at scale. We believe faster intelligence and stronger supply chains are essential to advancing more sustainable global manufacturing systems.

Our Executive Sustainability Committee

Tackling the climate emergency and cutting emissions are key parts of Assent’s sustainability efforts. By embracing sustainable practices and innovative solutions, we can lead the way in making a real difference
Andrew Holyome
Chief Information Officer
“Diversity isn’t a goal at Assent — it’s an expectation. Our global teams enrich our culture and our value to our customers, and make Assent an exciting place to grow and thrive.”
Keira Torkko
Chief People & Performance Officer

Charting a Sustainable Future Together

Our Material ESG Topics

Climate Emergency & Emissions

Our priority is to tackle the climate emergency by setting science-based targets for all emissions and participating in the UN Climate Ambition accelerator program.
People, Culture, and Community

We’re creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace by participating in the UN Target Gender Equality accelerator program, supporting equity-deserving groups, ensuring fair compensation, and fostering a welcoming culture.
Team Growth

We empower our team by developing their leadership skills, creating clear career paths, and fostering a supportive culture, as demonstrated by our involvement in the UN Young SDG Innovators program.
Team Prosperity

We prioritize our people’s well-being and engagement to ensure everyone thrives, aligning with the UN Decent Work in Global Supply Chains principles.
Customer Privacy & Data Security

We work closely with customers to protect their privacy and secure their data by minimizing phishing risks and following global privacy and security standards.
Customer Wellbeing

We help our customers bring responsible products to the world by delivering leading sustainability solutions and ensuring an excellent customer experience.
Ethical Standards

We always act with integrity by reducing ethical risks and building a strong culture of ethics.
Human Rights

We respect and promote human rights by following thorough due diligence processes.

B Corporation

B Corp Certification

Assent is proud to be a Certified B Corporation™, making us the only North American company to hold both distinctions. Check out our B Corp blog to learn more about how we’re meeting rigorous standards for social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.

2021 Best Ottawa Business Award

We’re honored to have received the 2021 Best Ottawa Business Award in Environmental Sustainability for our eco-friendly headquarters renovation and the hard work of our Environmental Working Group.

Office Renovation Highlights:

  • Upgraded to a high-efficiency HVAC system
  • Cut energy use by 60% with LED lights and occupancy sensors
  • Used sustainably sourced furniture, recycled 100% of our old carpet, and rehomed 925 pieces of furniture

Through our association with external organizations, associations, and initiatives, Assent plays a valuable role in the private sector, contributing to the environmental and human rights programs of our clients and their suppliers. These external groups include:

 

Governance at Assent

As supply chain data experts, Assent understands that data governance is fundamental. Our customer privacy and data security actions align our operations with best practices in data security, privacy protection, and ethical conduct.

Security

As data experts, we know keeping data safe, secure, and confidential is key. Read more about our security policies and certifications here.

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Privacy

The privacy of customers, their suppliers, and the public is paramount. Assent is General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) compliant, with stringent privacy protection policies.

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Code of Conduct

Every member of the Assent team follows a code of conduct that holds us accountable to act ethically, in the best interest of our customers and community.

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Certifications

Assent ensures that our governance efforts are aligned with industry and government standards. Our governance certifications include SOC 2 and GDPR.

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