Supply Chain Movement
SEPTEMBER 26, 2019
Since then, evidence has emerged of other huge fires in Africa’s Congo Basin forest, Siberia and Indonesia. According to a recent survey by The Economist , 36% of companies are striving to pursue a sustainable supply chain strategy because of growth opportunities. Martijn Lofvers, Chief Trendwatcher Supply Chain Media.
The UCLA Anderson Global Supply Chain Blog
MARCH 13, 2019
Cobalt, a critical component in lithium ion batteries, has had prices triple since 2016. [3] For example, over 60% of cobalt comes from the Democratic Republic of Congo, which uses the labor of tens of thousands of children as young as four years old in its mines. [4]. Data and assumptions used in savings calculation: .
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Supply Chain Movement
FEBRUARY 18, 2016
Analyst Pam Fitzpatrick just published a research note on cobalt supply chains – the issues and challenges are similar to conflict minerals. A report by Amnesty International describes unsafe working conditions, exposure to health risks and child labor at artisanal cobalt mining operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
EcoVadis
DECEMBER 7, 2018
As conflict minerals continue to find their way into supply chains of major western corporations, businesses need to place more emphasis on due diligence and explore new technologies to increase transparency. Increasing Due Diligence in the Cobalt Supply Chain. So far 29, smelters/refiners follow the new standard.
EcoVadis
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
Here’s why: Unveiling Supply Chain Risks. The Financial Services sector is not one many would immediately imagine having significant environmental or social risks within its supply chain. Yet, with its global presence now firmly established, its supply chain impact is considerable. Taking Action.
EcoVadis
NOVEMBER 8, 2018
Across the industry, automotive manufacturers have implemented a standard set of tools in CSR management systems to reduce the risk of human rights violations, and consequently increase the value added to human capital, within operations and across the supply chain. Fuel Tank, Sealants, Wiring, Radiator, Seat Cushion.
Supply Chain Movement
JUNE 14, 2016
Gartner’s first Women in Supply Chain Survey, conducted with AWESOME, an executive women’s leadership group, compares the representation of women in supply chain leadership roles. It also identifies practices that are increasing the engagement with and success of women in supply chain organizations.
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