Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 2, 2020

With companies relying increasingly on complex global supply chains, their need for verifiable manufacturing ethics and supplier transparency is growing.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Marcus Haggard, associate in the law firm of Perkins Coie, offers advice to companies on how to ensure compliance by their suppliers with ethical labor standards.

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Spend Matters

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

At the same time, demand has continued to increase for organizations to operate in a sustainable, responsible and ethical way. In fact, Deloitte's recent survey of consumer attitudes and behaviors around sustainability shows 40 percent of respondents in the UK choose brands that have environmentally sustainable practices and values.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 7, 2021

More than 80% of Americans feel strongly about shopping for products that are ethically and sustainably sourced, research shows.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 9, 2021

Are companies taking their eye off the ball when it comes to monitoring the ethics of their suppliers?

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 1, 2021

Ethical brands must carefully select risk framework and standards that enable them to pivot supply-chain operations if needed.

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Value Match

MARCH 2, 2023

Conduct thorough supply chain audits: Procurement professionals should conduct regular audits of their supply chains to ensure that the products they source are produced ethically and in compliance with local laws and regulations. Audits should also include checks for labour violations, harassment, and other forms of exploitation.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 11, 2019

They expect organizations to meet a certain set of ethical standards, and supply chains aren’t exempt from scrutiny. Consumers are more conscientious about their purchases than ever before.

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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Procurement Tactics

MAY 2, 2023

18 Must-Have Negotiation Skills For Procurement Professionals Download Course Details →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Sustainable Contracts — Embracing Sustainability in Procurement Sustainable contracts allow companies to oblige their suppliers to practice sustainable and ethical practices once they sign them.

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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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Procurement Heads

MAY 16, 2023

We are using blockchain as part of our ethics solution which looks at the provenance of major commodities and checking that there are no ethical issues (e.g. It is definitely sustainability and ethical procurement on one hand, with digital transformation, artificial intelligence and managed services on the other.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 21, 2020

Manufacturers today face increasingly complex challenges, from economic instability to compliance pressures and heightened global competition.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 25, 2023

Modern-slavery and human-rights due diligence should be integrated as part of a broader sustainable procurement program that encompasses environmental and ethical topics, as well.

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Procurement Tactics

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

Sustainable business is embraced by many big companies as consumers are more concerned about the ethical standards of companies in making and operating their business. Investments in socially ethical practices may initially cost money. Or receive our famous weekly newsletter. Sustainable Business — Everything You Should Know.

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Procurement Tactics

MAY 4, 2023

This may include evaluating the supplier’s sustainability policies, adherence to labor standards, ethical business practices, and how they create their products. Managing Contracts Procurement teams can help by including sustainability requirements in contracts with suppliers. CERTIFICATE COURSES Related courses about this subject 1.

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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

MAY 10, 2022

Here are five ways to address the modern-day ESG challenge.

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Procurement Tactics

MAY 2, 2023

Additionally, it helps ensure that your procurement processes are conducted responsibly, ethically, and sustainably. Sustainable specifications are important as it helps ensure that your procurement processes are conducted responsibly, ethically, and sustainably. Why are the specifications important?

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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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ivalua

AUGUST 11, 2021

Responsible sourcing is the incorporation of ethical, sustainable and socially conscious principles into sourcing, procurement and overall supply chain management practices. There is a growing trend among consumers for responsible sourcing or ethical sourcing. Responsible sourcing requires a shift in thinking and priorities.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 10, 2022

SupplyChainBrain is presenting its first issue devoted entirely to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)-related topics — with insights from industry experts engaged directly in the effort to forge ethical supply chains, and in a position to offer practical advice on how others can follow their example.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MARCH 8, 2023

We formally stood up our AI Ethics Board in 2018 to ensure that AI systems created at IBM are developed and deployed ethically. We work with businesses to identify low-risk uses cases, to assess, educate, and communicate across the organization and to stand up their own internal AI ethics board.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MARCH 13, 2023

Data literacy facilitates compliance efforts with data privacy regulations and data ethics standards by helping employees understand and consider the broader context when reading, working with or analyzing data.

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HICX

JANUARY 31, 2023

As social and environmental concerns grow, governments and related third parties are demanding, with regulatory backing, that businesses manage ethical supply chains. By Costas Xyloyiannis, CEO of HICX What was once “nice to have” information has been defined by law. Read full article

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 4, 2023

New laws and regulations, from the EEOC to NYC 144, have been implemented to address this concern and promote ethical HR practices in AI. To drive fair and ethical hiring practices, organizations should be aware of what information their applications are collecting, how that data is used, and how it is secured.

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ivalua

JULY 15, 2021

With this mounting pressure to commit to Net Zero and CPOs goals and incorporate sustainability metrics into all aspects of procurement decisions and processes, businesses are looking to elevate ESG strategies with a mind for climate change, ethical social practices and stronger governance models.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 3, 2022

Corporate social responsibility (CSR), a commitment to meeting or exceeding ethical, legal and commercial public expectations, not only helps make the world a better place, but is also increasingly critical to business results.

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