A shift to shorter supply chains not only helps manage the unpredictability of costs, but also strengthens supply chain resilience by reducing dependency on distant suppliers.
Unions are demanding fair wages, collective bargaining agreements, access to Wi-Fi, and a dedicated system to handle grievances without fear of retaliation.
Learners can curate a library of training modules drawn from the Accountability Framework, a practical roadmap for addressing deforestation, conversion, and human rights in the agriculture and forestry sectors
Shawn Bhimani, assistant professor of supply chain and information management at Northeastern University, introduces a new tool for exposing risks to importers posed by forced labor and other human right violations in extended supply chains.
The chemicals industry, which contributes trillions of dollars to the global economy every year, is undergoing a significant transformation due to recent social and political trends.
The company says that, by consolidating deliveries of perishable and dry goods in one truck, food manufacturers, distributors and retailers can eliminate the costs of multiple deliveries.
Tesla has attracted intense backlash since the company opened the factory in March 2022, and later announced plans to expand into a nearby forest to increase its production capability.
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.
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