Summary
This report provides an analysis of the results from an ASI survey that was sent to all members in the Production and Transformation and Industrial Users Membership classes who achieved ASI Performance Standard and Chain of Custody Standard Certification between 1 January 2018 and 23 November 2021. The aim of the survey was to seek feedback from these members on the drivers, benefits and challenges for ASI Certification, and 40 responses were received from 106 individuals contacted (38% response rate). The key drivers for joining ASI and achieving ASI Performance Standard Certification were found to be multiple for most respondents. Overall, ASI Certification was largely seen as positive for one’s business, with two main aspects: 1) Demonstrating sustainable practices to stakeholders 2) Improvements in business practices resulting from the ASI Certification Process.