Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility

VIDEO

Watch: How Will the U.S. Address Climate Change?

February 1, 2021

James Thebaut, president of The Chronicles Group, stresses the need for immediate action by the U.S. on global climate change — but does the country still have credibility on an international stage?

ANALYSIS

Sustainable Sourcing Is Key for Next-Generation Procurement

February 1, 2021

Mercy Harper, SCB Contributor

Despite the many disruptions this past year, organizations are doubling down on their commitments to sustainable sourcing — and finding tangible benefits in terms of efficiency, speed and risk mitigation.

ANALYSIS

Achieving Environmental Sustainability in the New Normal

February 1, 2021

Tony Gray, SCB Contributor

Changes in supply-network structure, business operating models and consumer behavior offer the opportunity for firms to significantly improve environmental sustainability.

ANALYSIS

A Changed Role for Supply-Chain Sustainability

February 1, 2021

Alexis Bateman & Yin Jin Lee, SCB Contributors

Will sustainability programs be harnessed to help companies manage pandemic-related risks? Will there be a higher reputational risk for companies as worker welfare and safety issues attract more attention? Or will sustainability be sidelined until companies regain their pre-pandemic strength?

ANALYSIS

The Social Responsibility Imperative for Supply-Chain Executives

February 1, 2021

Bill McBeath, SCB Contributor

A combination of trends is making sustainable, responsible supply chains no longer something that are “nice-to-have,” but rather an imperative.

THE SCB PODCAST

Podcast | How to Create True Diversity in the Workplace

January 29, 2021

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

It takes more than the issuance of sincere P.R. statements to ensure real diversity in the business world today.

Boeing Eyes Jetliners Fueled by Waste in Race to Zero Emissions

January 29, 2021

Bloomberg

Boeing Co. set a target of designing and certifying its jetliners to fly on 100% sustainable fuels by 2030 amid rising pressure on planemakers to get serious about climate change.

Broadridge Launches ESG Advisory Services

January 28, 2021

SupplyChainBrain

Broadridge Financial Solutions, a global Fintech provider, and Third Economy, a specialist in sustainable investment research and advisory services, have launched an ESG Advisory Service.

How to Drive Diversity Into Supply Chains

January 28, 2021

Markus Hofer, SCB Contributor

The world of business has finally figured out what seems intuitive: diversity matters.

How Machine Learning Can Help Manufacturers Combat Climate Change

January 24, 2021

Arjun Chandar, SCB Contributor and Hunter Ashmore, SCB Contributor

Machine learning technology could be a powerful tool for cutting energy consumption and waste in the manufacturing sector.

Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions for sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) and their impact on supply chain management. New customer expectations for green and ethical products and practices are transforming the way companies do business — and requiring more supply chain transparency than ever before. As solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are leveraging sustainability and CSR to stay ahead of the competition in their industries.