AI-driven due diligence: strength­en­ing corporate human rights compliance

AI is helping companies identify human-rights risks in complex supply chains by analysing data such as purchase orders and shipping records. This allows firms to map suppliers and detect violations more effectively than traditional surveys. However, its impact depends on the quality of available data, which is often limited in high-risk regions. Experts stress that meaningful due diligence still requires direct engagement with affected stakeholders.

Source: adapted from Reuters, August 2025.