Supplier to Zero V2 will not include a separate reduced assessment pathway.

The previous reduced assessment was designed specifically for suppliers that had already completed a recognised third-party assessment, allowing relevant existing assessment results to be taken into account.

With Supplier to Zero V2, the assessment approach has been redesigned to provide a consistent and streamlined experience for all facilities. Rather than maintaining a separate reduced assessment, the V2 approach ensures that all participating facilities are assessed against the same updated framework and requirements.