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Do Consumers Care About Ethical Sourcing?

Logistics Viewpoints

Sustainability initiatives come in all shapes and sizes, including responsible product packaging, energy efficiency, alternative fuels, optimizing routes for trucks, and efficient returns management programs. A big part of sustainability initiatives includes the use of ethical sourcing. Ethical Sourcing.

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New: Global Trade Map 2016

Supply Chain Movement

While it is not possible to eliminate all the risks, international trade agreements between the European Union (EU) and other countries/regions can help to minimise the financial risk by reducing customs duties payable and improving market access. Free Trade Agreements and Preferential Trade Agreements. United States Minor Outlying Islands.