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The Medical Device Industry in 2020-2021: Key Trends & Outlook

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Here we break down the key trends affecting the medical device manufacturing sector in 2020 and 2021, focusing on the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand. New Zealand. Legislation in New Zealand. There are, however, changes in the wind for the New Zealand market.

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Forced Labour and Exploitation in Supply Chains

Savant Events

Such legislation often makes reference to international obligations and frameworks, such as the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, and guidelines by the International Labour Organization and the OECD. There is a clear sense of acceleration in the past two or three years, with many more countries choosing to legislate.

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The Sustainable Supply Chain – What is it and how to execute it

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National and international guidelines will specify how employees should be treated and what their rights are, including that workers should be: Treated with dignity and respect. There are also certifiers specific to different countries and regions around the world: Sustainable supply chain certification in New Zealand & Australia.

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Prepare for the 2021-2022 Brown Marmorated Stink Bug Season

CH Robinson Transportfolio

The Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) poses a serious biohazard threat to both Australia and New Zealand. Both countries have implemented new seasonal import regulations to combat this risk that may impact your shipments. The seasonal packaging guidelines are only applied to the goods being imported, not the packaging materials.

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What is good manufacturing practice, and why is it important?

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Going into more detail, GMP isn’t just a set of guidelines but an entire certification process – countries around the world work hard to lay down rules and inspect manufacturers accordingly to ensure that they are complying with global standards. New Zealand. Who runs GMP certifications in New Zealand?

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Mass Customisation: What It Is and How Companies Are Using It

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Have clear guidelines on what is and is not customisable. AURA AURA is a small personalised hair care provider in New Zealand , providing custom shampoo formulas for its customers. You must be able to forecast demand as accurately as possible.

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Sustainability Certifications for SMEs: The Best Programmes

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These certifications are voluntary guidelines and standards that address environmental, social, ethical, and food safety concerns. They must be values based with quantifiable guidelines and standards. Sustainability certifications in New Zealand.