Access LRQA’s Global Responsible Sourcing Gateway
McDonald’s Suppliers
Your pathway to SMETA and Responsible sourcing compliance
As a supplier to McDonald’s, meeting responsible sourcing and SMETA requirements is an essential part of maintaining alignment with the McDonald’s Supplier Code of Conduct and global standards.
To support suppliers through this process efficiently and consistently, LRQA provides access to its Global Responsible Sourcing Gateway a single, structured entry point for initiating your SMETA audit journey, customized specifically to meet requirements of McDonald’s suppliers.
A Simple, Standardized Way to Begin
The Gateway has been designed to make starting your audit process straightforward and efficient.
Through one global platform, you can:
- Submit your audit request
- Provide the required facility and operational details
- Receive immediate confirmation of submission
- Enter a structured qualification and quotation workflow
There is no need to identify regional contacts or navigate multiple points of entry. The Gateway ensures your request is directed correctly from the outset.
What This Means for McDonald’s Suppliers
Using LRQA’s Global Responsible Sourcing Gateway provides:
A Clear Starting Point
One standardized platform for suppliers worldwide.
Faster Progression to Quote
Structured routing reduces manual handling and accelerates qualification.
Reduced Administrative Delays
All required information is captured upfront to prevent back-and-forth communication.
Transparent Communication
Immediate acknowledgement confirms your request has been received and is being processed.
Designed for Global Supply Chains
McDonald’s operates across multiple regions and markets. The Gateway ensures that suppliers, regardless of location, enter the SMETA process through the same globally consistent pathway.
This helps to:
- Maintain alignment with McDonald’s responsible sourcing expectations
- Ensure consistent audit initiation standards
- Improve overall efficiency across the supply chain
Supporting Your Compliance Journey
LRQA’s Global Responsible Sourcing Gateway routes your submission directly into our operational systems, enabling:
- Efficient qualification review
- Timely quotation
- Audit scheduling coordination
By reducing friction at the earliest stage, the Gateway helps you move into the audit process with greater speed and clarity.
Ready to Begin?
If you are a McDonald’s supplier and require a SMETA audit, you can initiate the process through LRQA’s Global Responsible Sourcing Gateway.
If you have questions regarding your audit requirements, LRQA’s team is available to support you.
