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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Supply ChainCollaboration & Co-Creation
Fashion Industry’s 4 Largest Women’s-Empowerment Programs ‘RISE’ to Scale Impact
Fashion Industry’s 4 Largest Women’s-Empowerment Programs ‘RISE’ to Scale Impact
Published on April 18, 2023
About a 5 minute read

RISE will build on the proven approaches and expertise of the four founding organizations, delivered through a growing network of local partners in Bangladesh, China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, India, Egypt and Pakistan. ... View More

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Supply ChainCollaboration & Co-Creation
Common Knowledge: Bring All Suppliers Along for Sustainable, Profitable Change
Common Knowledge: Bring All Suppliers Along for Sustainable, Profitable Change
Published on April 14, 2023
About a 4 minute read

Despite many big brands working hard to meet decarbonization remits, one key facet remains out of touch on the journey to net zero — engaging the entirety of a supply base. ... View More

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Supply ChainInnovation & Technology
Bittersweet: New Developments in the Quest for Sustainable Chocolate
Bittersweet: New Developments in the Quest for Sustainable Chocolate
Published on April 5, 2023
About a 7 minute read

While the 4th edition of the Chocolate Scorecard examines over 70 chocolate companies on their social and environmental performance, WNWN Food Labs’ ‘Wegg’ offers a look at a truly sustainable alternative. ... View More

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Supply Chain
Markets Will Reward Brands That Are De-Risking Their Supply Chains
Markets Will Reward Brands That Are De-Risking Their Supply Chains
Published on March 30, 2023
About a 3 minute read

While the volatility of economic change around us can be distracting, one thing remains clear: A new generation of expectations is shifting business for good. ... View More

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Supply Chain
PepsiCo Invests $216M to Support Regenerative Ag Transformation on Over 3M Acres of US Farmland
PepsiCo Invests $216M to Support Regenerative Ag Transformation on Over 3M Acres of US Farmland
Published on March 28, 2023
About a 3 minute read

Practical Farmers of Iowa, Soil and Water Outcomes Fund, and the Illinois Corn Growers Association partner with PepsiCo to drive large-scale adoption of regenerative agriculture practices. ... View More

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Supply Chain
Natural Rubber Production Driving Responsible Forestry
Natural Rubber Production Driving Responsible Forestry
Published on March 10, 2023
About a 6 minute read

Many natural rubber users cannot claim that their rubber is sourced responsibly due to the highly fragmented market at the top of the supply chain. But a growing number of brands are using their influence to change that. ... View More

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Supply ChainMarketing & Communications
Tractor Beverage Co Furthers Commitment to Transparency with Organic Impact Tracker
Tractor Beverage Co Furthers Commitment to Transparency with Organic Impact Tracker
Published on March 6, 2023
About a 4 minute read

Tractor becomes the first beverage brand to track and disclose impact data about its ingredients — as 7 in 10 consumers express interest in how their beverage choices impact the planet. ... View More

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Addressing Fashion’s Footprint at Farm Level Through Verified Sustainability Data
Addressing Fashion’s Footprint at Farm Level Through Verified Sustainability Data
Published on February 23, 2023
About a 4 minute read

Investing in data and transparency in anticipation of disclosure demands will give brands and retailers greater visibility into their supply chains, so they will be better positioned to weather the changing regulatory landscape. ... View More

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Supply Chain
Most Businesses Don’t Understand Scope 3 Emissions — Here’s Why
Most Businesses Don’t Understand Scope 3 Emissions — Here’s Why
Published on February 22, 2023
About a 4 minute read

Tackling Scope 3 emissions is a daunting task; companies must collaborate with their suppliers to understand their carbon literacy, and then work together to take steps towards reducing emissions. ... View More

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Supply ChainMarketing & Communications
Consumer Product Brands Embrace Responsible Forestry
Consumer Product Brands Embrace Responsible Forestry
Published on February 14, 2023
About a 5 minute read

When it comes to forest products, Bio Pappel, HP, Melissa & Doug, REI and Amazon are all leaders in responsible sourcing. What does this commitment look like in practice? ... View More

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Supply Chain
Farm-Level Data, Regenerative Practices Shaping the Future of US Cotton
Farm-Level Data, Regenerative Practices Shaping the Future of US Cotton
Published on February 3, 2023
About a 4 minute read

These types of farming practices will ensure the soil used to grow cotton remains healthy enough to grow the crop year after year. ... View More

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Supply Chain
Forget Crypto: How Blockchain Helps Enhance Supply Chain Sustainability, Transparency
Forget Crypto: How Blockchain Helps Enhance Supply Chain Sustainability, Transparency
Published on January 23, 2023
About a 5 minute read

Until recently, brands have had very little visibility into what’s happening at the farthest reaches of their supply chains. Immutable blockchain data has begun to play a central role in helping companies ensure compliance and earn trust on the glo... View More

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Supply Chain
Driving Responsible Forestry at Scale: An Interview with P&G Forester Chris Reeves
Driving Responsible Forestry at Scale: An Interview with P&G Forester Chris Reeves
Published on January 19, 2023
About a 7 minute read

As a purchaser of wood pulp for its Bounty and Charmin brands, Procter & Gamble has an influence on driving responsible forest practices for its suppliers. But P&G needs help driving scale — more companies must make good on responsible sour... View More

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Supply ChainCircular EconomyMarketing & Communications
Trending: Reports Call for Fashion to End Its Wicked Ways
Trending: Reports Call for Fashion to End Its Wicked Ways
Published on January 19, 2023
About a 5 minute read

New reports by Zero Waste Europe and Planet Tracker slam the industry for piecemeal attempts at sustainability and circularity; where it fails to adopt more holistic approaches and take greater responsibility for environmental and social issues, inve... View More

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Supply Chain
PDX Redesign Supports Local Communities, Forests and Biodiversity Through Supply Chain Traceability
PDX Redesign Supports Local Communities, Forests and Biodiversity Through Supply Chain Traceability
Published on January 17, 2023
About a 5 minute read

The PDXNext redesign of Portland International Airport’s main terminal involved a first-of-its-kind supply chain that supported the regional timber industry; and ensured wood traceability and equitable sourcing from local tribal, private and public... View More

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Supply Chain
Cocoa Will Never Be Sustainable Without Living Wages for Farmers; New Action Guide Helps Companies Get There
Cocoa Will Never Be Sustainable Without Living Wages for Farmers; New Action Guide Helps Companies Get There
Published on December 29, 2022
About a 5 minute read

The VOICE Network’s Cocoa Barometer links the range of challenges facing cocoa-farming communities to pervasive poverty. The IDH’s new, free Living Wage Action Guide helps companies find the path to the best interventions for their situation. ... View More

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Supply ChainCircular EconomyCollaboration & Co-Creation
New Marketplace Matches Tesco Suppliers to Swap Surplus Stock to Cut Costs, Reduce Waste
New Marketplace Matches Tesco Suppliers to Swap Surplus Stock to Cut Costs, Reduce Waste
Published on December 12, 2022
About a 3 minute read

Tesco Exchange, aka ‘Tesco Tinder,’ matches suppliers who have too much of a product — for example, crops, byproducts, ingredients or packaging — with other Tesco suppliers that can put it to use. ... View More

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Supply ChainCollaboration & Co-Creation
Small Gains, Big Wins: Net Zero Is About More Than Just Carbon Offsetting
Small Gains, Big Wins: Net Zero Is About More Than Just Carbon Offsetting
Published on December 8, 2022
About a 4 minute read

Offsetting initiatives are becoming increasingly popular among businesses looking to be seen as leaders in sustainability. However — while the approach can be an interim solution for operations that can’t be fully decarbonized — companies must ... View More

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Supply ChainMarketing & CommunicationsOrganizational Governance
Supply Chain Waste, Consumer Demand Highlight Business Case for Transparency
Supply Chain Waste, Consumer Demand Highlight Business Case for Transparency
Published on November 18, 2022
About a 4 minute read

A new study examines the waste challenges companies are facing due to the global supply chain crisis and how they are being tackled, and how consumer priorities impact waste — they now report prioritizing product durability and transparency over su... View More

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Supply ChainCircular EconomyCollaboration & Co-Creation
The Sum of Small Efforts: Engaging Suppliers to Ensure Brand Plastic Reduction
The Sum of Small Efforts: Engaging Suppliers to Ensure Brand Plastic Reduction
Published on October 17, 2022
About a 4 minute read

Whether the priority is to reduce the plastic in packaging, increase the recycled content or just figure out where to start, it all begins with opening up a dialogue with suppliers. That is exactly what one major US retailer did when it sought to re-... View More

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