A prime contractor who uses multiple service providers, suppliers and subcontractors is a prime contractor who exposes himself to risks, especially if these players are located in another country: supply disruption, bankruptcy, production incident, manufacturing defect, risk to image and reputation, or even media scandal.
These risks can have a knock-on effect on its own business. Sometimes to the point of threatening its economic vitality and image. It’s happened before, in every field! That’s why it’s essential to identify and map your risks. AFNOR Purchasing Solutions risk mapping covers 220 purchasing categories in 170 countries, whatever your sector of activity: banking, tourism, textiles, agri-food, heavy industry, the medical and hospital sector, local authorities, etc.
