WHAT'S UP Blog

On our WHAT'S UP blog you will find exciting articles on new products, our trend research, new work concepts and helpful tips on all aspects of work and office furniture. You can also discover exclusive news and updates about Sedus.

Filter
Outline of a hand holding a ribbon-shaped badge with a globe and the text 'SA 8000' and 'SOCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY CERTIFIED' in red.
Sustainability 17/11/2025

Living responsibility – the most important aspects of the SA8000 standard for Sedus employees

The SA8000 standard is an international standard that sets binding requirements for social responsibility within companies and throughout the entire supply chain. For Sedus, it is much more than just a certificate – it is an expression of lived values, ethical principles and a clear commitment to fairness, safety and transparency. But what does this mean in concrete terms for employees? Which aspects of the standard are particularly important to them in their everyday work?
Outline of a hand holding a ribbon badge with a globe and text 'SA 8000' and 'Socially Correct Certified Company' in red.
Sustainability 10/11/2025

Living responsibility – How the SA8000 standard improves communication and cooperation

With the introduction of the SA8000 standard for social responsibility in the workplace, Sedus took another important step towards transparency and sustainable corporate management in 2023. However, the implementation of this internationally recognised standard not only had an impact on processes and structures – above all, it changed the way people communicate and collaborate within the company.
Ecovadis Gold Sign
News 22/10/2025

EcoVadis Gold for Living Sustainability: Sedus Among the Top Companies Worldwide

At Sedus Stoll AG, sustainability is not a trend – it is a lived responsibility and an integral part of our DNA. This is once again underlined by the latest award: the EcoVadis Gold Medal, one of the world’s most respected sustainability ratings for businesses.
With this recognition, Sedus is ranked among the top five per cent of more than 130,000 companies assessed by EcoVadis.
But what exactly does this award mean, and how does Sedus manage to maintain such a high level of sustainability performance? We spoke with Niklas Flum, Sustainability Specialist at Sedus, to find out more.
Single-line drawing of an open hand holding a ribbon badge with a globe and text 'SA 8000' and 'SOCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY CERTIFIED STANDARD' in red.
Sustainability 20/10/2025

Living responsibility – the SA8000 standard and its challenges

The introduction of the SA8000 standard brings numerous positive changes, but it can also pose significant challenges for companies. At Sedus, these were successfully overcome through cross-departmental collaboration, process optimisation, and active knowledge sharing.
Single-line drawing of an open hand holding a circular SA 8000 ethical product certification badge with a globe and text 'ETHICAL PRODUCT CERTIFICATION SA 8000'.
Sustainability 10/10/2025

Living responsibility – positive changes through the SA8000 standard

The introduction of the SA8000 standard has brought about noticeable changes at Sedus. Today, it influences work processes, strengthens supply chain management and promotes awareness of fair working conditions throughout the company and along the supply chain. This is not just about compliance with standards, but also about a more conscious and transparent corporate culture.
Hand holding a ribbon badge with 'SA 8000' and 'Socially Correct Certified Company' text encircling a globe and person icon
Sustainability 26/09/2025

Living responsibility – the SA8000 standard in everyday working life at Sedus

The SA8000 standard is an internationally recognised standard for social responsibility in the workplace. It defines clear guidelines on fair working conditions, health and safety, non-discrimination and responsible supply chain management. It thus creates uniform guidelines worldwide for companies committed to social responsibility.
Sustainability 04/09/2024

SA8000 - A top-class certification for social responsibility

Social Accountability International's SA8000 is the most widely recognised standard for managing human rights in the workplace. As an auditable standard, it assures all stakeholders of a company that its management takes social responsibility seriously. Sedus was the first office furniture manufacturer to receive certification in 2023 and is one of only 14 companies in Germany that are currently certified.
Nachhaltige Beschaffung von Rohstoffen bei Sedus
Sustainability 07/08/2024

How do we ensure the sustainable procurement of raw materials?

For environmentally conscious procurement of raw materials, it is important to keep transport routes as short as possible and to use certified materials. Sedus stands for office furniture that is ‘Made in Germany’ and has done so since 1871, and also takes comprehensive measures for a systematic sustainability strategy.
News 20/03/2024

Sedus receives coveted SA8000® certification

We are proud to announce that certification in accordance with the SA8000® social standard has been completed and Sedus has been able to demonstrate responsible corporate management in its processes. Sedus is currently one of only 14 companies in Germany to hold this demanding certification.
Contact
Contact Us!
Showroom
See our visions!