All Things Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Unethical firms face consequences in EU supply chain crackdown A proposed European Union crackdown on ethical issues including human rights abuses and environmental breaches is being unveiled this week. According…

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 9, 2024

North America needs a domestic supply chain for electric vehicle batteries — but it has to be sustainable and ethical.

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Supply Chain Dive

JULY 11, 2024

Responding to the proposals, the automaker defended its existing practices for supplier agreements and operational policies.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

. “AI is an unbelievable opportunity to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges in health care, manufacturing, climate change and more,” said Christina Shim, IBM’s global head of Sustainability Software and an AI Ethics Board member.

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Spend Matters

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Ethically driven, transparent AI – “Designed to ensure unbiased, transparent and defensible risk assessments, Halo Ai uses ethically constructed AI models that prioritize data security, transparency and compliance with global privacy standards.”

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Procurement Tactics

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Responsible sourcing or ethical sourcing is an approach to sourcing and supply chain done by companies to consciously source and procure products or services for their operations in sustainable and ethical ways. You can think of sustainable sourcing as the cousin of ethical sourcing. However, what is it? New legislations.

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Spend Matters

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Organizations must also contend with the intricacies of supply chain compliance, which has become more intricate in the wake of stringent regulations aimed at ensuring ethical and sustainable practices. Supply chains are increasingly susceptible to disruptions caused by both predictable and unforeseen events.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 22, 2025

Employees expect clear communication, ethical leadership, and a sense of inclusion in company decisions. Online programs offer flexibility, which means professionals can gain expertise in ethical decision-making, organizational behavior, and strategic leadership without pausing their careers.

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Procurement Tactics

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is the continuing commitment by businesses to behave ethically and contribute to the development of the economy all while enhancing the quality of life of its workforce and their families as well as the surrounding community. . Starbucks’ commitment to ethical sourcing. But what is it? .

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Procurement Tactics

APRIL 4, 2023

18 Must-Have Negotiation Skills For Procurement Professionals Download Course Details →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter CSR Policy — Transforming Sustainable Procurement CSR policy is important to ensure that a company ethically conducts its business operations. However, what is it? What is CSR Policy? Enroll now!

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ivalua

JANUARY 8, 2023

The act was established to address issues of sustainability and ethical conduct in global supply chains, and has significant implications for companies and procurement organizations operating in Germany. The Act also presents an opportunity for procurement organizations to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and ethical conduct.

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ivalua

JULY 12, 2021

The opportunity is around being able to leverage these regional initiatives and organizations to improve the corporation’s overall image, community engagement, and ethical spending as well as strengthening their global supply chain. Ethical Spend Toolset.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 25, 2024

Globally, it's estimated that $161 billion worth of clothing and textiles fall into an area of risk that makes them prone to being produced by forced labor annually.

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ivalua

JANUARY 13, 2023

This demonstrates that businesses increasingly recognize diversity as a global issue and these programs provide an “ethical” mechanism to connect with customers through community engagement. However, the ethical justification is no longer the totality of the value proposition as leaders now see the overall value for their business. .

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RPF360

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Increasingly, organizations want to work with vendor partners that share their commitment to social and ethical standards. But, do your vendors know where you stand on key issues? And, importantly, do you know if your values align? And, they use a supplier code [.].

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Procurement Insights

JUNE 23, 2025

Hansen’s Metaprise, Agent-based, and Strand Commonality models establish the blueprint , while future-state tech trends provide the technological muscle — making procurement ecosystems smarter, faster, more ethical, and more resilient at every stage.

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Jaggaer

JUNE 19, 2025

Putting responsible and ethical AI at the heart of procurement innovation RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC, June 19th, 2025 – JAGGAER, a global leader in Source-to-Pay and supplier collaboration, today announced it has achieved ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification for its Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS).

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Procurement Tactics

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is the commitment of businesses to behave ethically and contribute to the development of the economy all while improving the quality of life of their workforce and their surrounding community. . Corporate Social Responsibility – What is it? Frequently asked questions. Why is CSR important?

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 4, 2025

Businesses control their reputation, partnerships and supply chain ethics, and must ask themselves: What are our core values?

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Procurement Insights

MAY 23, 2025

Human-AI Collaboration RAM Model: Balances AI automation with human oversight for strategic/ethical decisions. Real-Time Data Sync: Automatically pulls historical data and benchmarks from legacy systems to inform AI-generated offers. ESG priorities). DNDs 97.3% per $1M spend 23% over seven years Cycle Time 60% faster negotiations 97.3%

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Procurement Insights

JUNE 23, 2025

Its core frameworks— strand commonality for data unity, agent-based AI for autonomy, and Metaprise for collaboration —prove indispensable in a world demanding real-time resilience and ethical agility. ESG, ethical sourcing) across multi-tiered supplier networks.

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Procurement Insights

JUNE 16, 2025

Extensive indirect spend (R&D, clinical trials, digital health platforms) Complex global supply chain (GxP-compliant sourcing, temperature-controlled logistics) Long development cycles (drug discovery to commercialization) Need for ethics, sustainability, and transparency in procurement STRATEGIC IMPACT DOMAINS HANSEN MODEL INFLUENCE ON NOVARTIS (..)

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ivalua

JUNE 29, 2021

Global governments and businesses are now recognizing diversity programs as an effective “ethical” mechanism to increase community engagement and correct systemic issues or historic inequality. However, the ethical justification is no longer the totality of the value proposition. Building Business Cases and Momentum.

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Procurement Tactics

APRIL 25, 2023

Fair Operating Practices in Sustainable Procurement Fair operating practices refer to dealing ethically with other organizations, partners, suppliers, and customers. This includes business ethics, integrity, transparency, honesty, accountability, and respect for local laws.

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Supply Chain Dive

JULY 10, 2024

A look at the ethical considerations of artificial intelligence technology in procurement, and the importance of investing in it.

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Skill Dynamics

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Sustainability and Ethical Sourcing Ethical considerations now need to be made at every level of the procurement process. Ethical sourcing is a huge part of this. Procurement professionals have to make sure that all products are sourced from ethical suppliers who follow set standards and values.

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Procurement Insights

JANUARY 3, 2025

Integration with Sustainability Goals : CFOs began to value procurement’s contributions to corporate social responsibility (CSR) , particularly in sourcing ethically and supporting sustainability initiatives. Procurement became a key player in ensuring supply chain continuity.

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Procurement Tactics

APRIL 18, 2023

Furthermore, supplier assessment in sustainability can help businesses to ensure that the suppliers are compliant with their sustainability standards and that they are practicing ethical practices within their operations. Additionally, supplier assessment enables companies to utilize resources efficiently. Why is it important?

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Additionally, GM’s commitment to sustainability and ethical practices in its supply chain has not only enhanced its reputation but also contributed to its resilience in the face of tariff challenges.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 8, 2024

Growing environmental concerns, rising consumer expectations for ethical production, and increasing regulatory pressures are pushing businesses toward sustainable operations.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

This dynamic partnership signifies a new era in healthcare, where ethical sourcing and cutting-edge manufacturing techniques converge to create a more environmentally amiable and socially responsible solution for patients in need of tantalum implants.

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Procurement Insights

JUNE 16, 2025

Ethical AI Decisioning & Auditability: Traceable Agent Decisions: Hansen’s model, with its emphasis on defined agent behaviors and interactions, can provide a more auditable and explainable basis for predictive outcomes. In supply chain, it could predict how a local disruption cascades into a global crisis.

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Procurement Insights

MAY 16, 2025

Why I Chose To Lead With AI Maturity : To ensure AI ambition aligns with all stakeholders (internal and external), organizations must adopt a structured, inclusive approach that prioritizes deep stakeholder understanding, continuous feedback, and ethical governance. Address ethical concerns (e.g., service teams incentive structures).

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Procurement Tactics

APRIL 12, 2023

In business, sustainability is known as corporate sustainability which is the coordination and management of environmental, social, and economic demands and concerns ensuring ethical, responsible, and ongoing success.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 2, 2025

Additionally, the Institute for Supply Management ‍(ISM) news highlighted the growing focus on sustainability and ethical sourcing within supply chains. companies are increasingly prioritizing environmentally friendly practices and ensuring that their suppliers adhere to ethical standards.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Enhanced Sustainability: Sustainability will take center stage, with a focus on reducing carbon footprints, promoting ethical sourcing, and fostering environmentally-friendly practices‍ throughout the supply chain.

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Barkers Procurement

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In the realm of modern business practices, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria have become integral to shaping the strategic framework of organisations aiming to operate sustainably and ethically.

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