Software Accreditation

Social Value International have been accrediting software in alignment with The Principles of Social Value since 2013.  Software accreditation assesses that your software enables a user to capture the information required to complete a Social Value analysis in line with the SVI framework for accounting for value which is used to facilitate the application of The Principles of Social Value. The Software Accreditation criteria have been developed to incorporate:

  • Alignment with the Principles of Social Value and methodology as outlined in the Standards and Guidance.

  • Functionality outlined in the SROI Value Map. The SROI Value Map includes formulae to calculate Present Value, Net Present Value, the SROI ratio and the ability to apply a discount rate.

  • Alignment to the Impact Management for Everyone Rubric. This has been developed in collaboration between EngagedX, SVI, UNDP: SDG Impact Finance, University of Oxford, Said Business School, and ixo.

Why have your Software Accredited by Social Value International?

  • Give your customers the confidence that your tool can be used to produce an accurate social value analysis.

  • Use our “Accredited by” logo on your software, website and promotional materials.

  • Have your software listed in the Accredited Tools and Software Directory. We recommend these products to our members.

  • Find out ways to improve the functionality of your software.

  • Jointly create an article with SVI to announce that your software has been accredited. This announcement will be distributed through our newsletters, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn groups.

  • Organisations with an accredited software product are invited to host a webinar for the Social Value International membership. This can focus on the functionality of the software or the problem it was developed to address.

Pricing and Process:

Software Accreditation lasts for a period of 2 years and costs

  • £1000 (plus VAT) for new applications

  • £500 (plus VAT) for renewals.

Before applying for Software Accreditation, make sure you have familarised yourself with the documents below:

All applicants must complete the Software Criteria Spreadsheet in full and agree to the Terms and Conditions. 

You will also need to ensure that you are an Organisational Member of Social Value International or one of the Joint Member Networks. If you are unsure about your membership status or want to join our global network, please contact our membership team.

To start your application or request further information, please contact the Assurance Team.