Supply Chain

How organizations are working to address the myriad social, environmental and operational issues that can arise in complex supply chains

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It’s All About the Chain, Gang: Procurement the Link to Sustainable Supply Chains
It’s All About the Chain, Gang: Procurement the Link to Sustainable Supply Chains
Published on September 20, 2017
About a 4 minute read

We are transitioning to a low-carbon, circular and inclusive economy. The latest arrival to the party is the procurement department — and none too soon, given the mammoth challenge ahead to make global supply chains sustainable and ethical. If you�... View More

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Control Union, H&M Launch Open Platform to Improve Sourcing, Transparency for Apparel Industry
Control Union, H&M Launch Open Platform to Improve Sourcing, Transparency for Apparel Industry
Published on September 13, 2017
About a 2 minute read

Control Union, a global network of inspection operations and dedicated laboratories, in partnership with H&M has created a new tool to help the apparel industry meet its commitments to supply chain transparency and responsible sourcing. A unique ... View More

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EcoVadis Publishes First Annual Global CSR Performance Index
EcoVadis Publishes First Annual Global CSR Performance Index
Published on September 12, 2017
About a 4 minute read

EcoVadis, a pioneering platform providing sustainability ratings and performance improvement tools for global supply chains, has published the first annual edition of its Global CSR Risk and Performance Index. ... View More

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Cleaner Freight: Boost Sustainability at Every Level of the Supply Chain
Cleaner Freight: Boost Sustainability at Every Level of the Supply Chain
Published on September 8, 2017
About a 4 minute read

From fields to factories, companies are making considerable strides incorporating sustainable strategies across individual stages in their supply chain. But a key part of the supply chain that often gets overlooked is how goods are getting from point... View More

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Quantis Introduces New Land Use Guidance to Slash Global Supply Chain Emissions
Quantis Introduces New Land Use Guidance to Slash Global Supply Chain Emissions
Published on September 8, 2017
About a 4 minute read

Sustainability consulting group Quantis, in conjunction with a pre-competitive consortium of over 40 private companies, NGOs, governments and scientific institutions, has released the Land Use Change Guidance: Accounting for Emissions in the Supply C... View More

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Trending: New Water-Saving Tools, Products Drive Textile Industry Paradigm Shift
Trending: New Water-Saving Tools, Products Drive Textile Industry Paradigm Shift
Published on September 1, 2017
About a 3 minute read

Water scarcity affects more than 40 percent of the global population, a number which is projected to rise. While about 2.5 percent of the world’s water is freshwater, only 0.5 percent of that is made available to satisfy society’s needs. ... View More

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Microsoft, Pact Expand Partnership to Eradicate Child Labor in DRC Mining
Microsoft, Pact Expand Partnership to Eradicate Child Labor in DRC Mining
Published on August 29, 2017
About a 3 minute read

Microsoft Corp. and international development organization Pact have announced an expanded partnership to address child labor mining in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Microsoft has made a new three-year financial commitment to support Pact�... View More

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SAP Ariba Takes Aim at Forced Labor with Supplier Risk Management Tool
SAP Ariba Takes Aim at Forced Labor with Supplier Risk Management Tool
Published on August 27, 2017
About a 4 minute read

Despite the attention the issue has received in the past decade, child labor and modern slavery are still prevalent across the world and in many corporate supply chains. ... View More

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IBM, Food Giants Harness Blockchain Tech to Improve Supply Chain Traceability
IBM, Food Giants Harness Blockchain Tech to Improve Supply Chain Traceability
Published on August 25, 2017
About a 3 minute read

The food industry has been abuzz with talk of traceability as of late, with the emergence of new technologies — such as Avery Dennison’s RFID tags and Sourcemap and Provenance’s new blockchain traceability tool — that are making it easier tha... View More

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CmiA Brings 50M Sustainable Cotton Textiles to Market in 2016
CmiA Brings 50M Sustainable Cotton Textiles to Market in 2016
Published on August 21, 2017
About a 2 minute read

With the publication of its annual report for 2016, Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) demonstrates the growing momentum the sustainable cotton movement continues to gain around the world. ... View More

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How Dell Is Leading the Pack on Supply Chain Diversity
How Dell Is Leading the Pack on Supply Chain Diversity
Published on August 21, 2017
About a 3 minute read

While eliminating human trafficking and sourcing from environmentally responsible suppliers are now common topics in supply chain management, in fact they are just two of many ways a company can have a positive impact on communities through its suppl... View More

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Report: Migrant Crisis Escalating European Modern Slavery Risk
Report: Migrant Crisis Escalating European Modern Slavery Risk
Published on August 11, 2017
About a 5 minute read

Approximately 21 million around the globe are victims of modern slavery, a number that has grown significantly over the last year as a result of the escalating migrant crisis in Europe, reveals an annual study from global risk consultancy Verisk Mapl... View More

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Solidaridad, QuizRR Roll Out Digital Trainings to Boost Textile Industry's Workers’ Rights Performance
Solidaridad, QuizRR Roll Out Digital Trainings to Boost Textile Industry's Workers’ Rights Performance
Published on August 10, 2017
About a 2 minute read

With their sights set on creating more ethical, responsible and sustainable supply chains, international development organization Solidaridad and QuizRR, an educational tool and platform for suppliers and global buyers, have announced a new partnersh... View More

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5 Global Corporations Adopt 'No Fees' Ethical Recruitment Provisions Across Global Supply Chains
5 Global Corporations Adopt 'No Fees' Ethical Recruitment Provisions Across Global Supply Chains
Published on August 9, 2017
About a 3 minute read

Efforts to safeguard workers against human rights violations continue to grow, as demand for greater supply chain transparency tightens its grip on the global economic landscape. ... View More

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Consumers Are Applauding as Food Companies Connect with Farmers
Consumers Are Applauding as Food Companies Connect with Farmers
Published on August 9, 2017
About a 3 minute read

More and more, we no longer eat just with our mouths and stomachs — now we also engage our hearts and minds. ... View More

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Sourcemap, Provenance Harness Blockchain Tech to Power Robust Supply Chain Traceability
Sourcemap, Provenance Harness Blockchain Tech to Power Robust Supply Chain Traceability
Published on July 25, 2017
About a 2 minute read

A new partnership between Sourcemap and Provenance signals a major win for the food and fashion industries. The two companies have linked their digital platforms for supply chain transparency, allowing brands to address inefficiencies and unsustainab... View More

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TSC: Supplier Engagement Better Equips Business to Tackle Supply Chain Sustainability Issues
TSC: Supplier Engagement Better Equips Business to Tackle Supply Chain Sustainability Issues
Published on July 19, 2017
About a 3 minute read

Integrating sustainability measurement, tools and practices into supply chains allows businesses create more sustainable consumer products and avoid risks to their bottom line says a new report from The Sustainability Consortium (TSC). ... View More

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Thai Union, Greenpeace Partnership Ushers in New Era for Seafood Industry
Thai Union, Greenpeace Partnership Ushers in New Era for Seafood Industry
Published on July 12, 2017
About a 5 minute read

Two years after Greenpeace launched a campaign demanding Thai Union, the world’s largest tuna company, take action to eliminate exploitative and unsustainable practices from its supply chains, the two organizations have finally put their long-runni... View More

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5 Top Tips for Future-Proofing Your Supply Chain
5 Top Tips for Future-Proofing Your Supply Chain
Published on July 10, 2017
About a 5 minute read

Taylors of Harrogate prides itself on quality teas and coffees, but beyond the brew the company has also established a reputation as an industry leader in ethical trading. ... View More

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Trending: New Tech, Cross-Industry Accord Seek to Eradicate Forced Labor from Global Supply Chains
Trending: New Tech, Cross-Industry Accord Seek to Eradicate Forced Labor from Global Supply Chains
Published on July 6, 2017
About a 7 minute read

Across the globe, brands, manufacturers and employers are becoming more aware of the urgent need to address worker exploitation in global supply chains. Through the development of new cross-industry collaborations and technological solutions, industr... View More

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