SUSTAINABILITY
Can the raw materials involved in your supply chain be be transported without generating too many emissions ?
( INSET ) And can they be re-cycled ?
Barkman says that when designing a product with sustainability and the circular economy in mind “ you have to think about whether the raw materials can be reused , if they are biodegradable , and if they are readily available ”.
He adds : “ Then when it comes to manufacturing you want to know you ’ re making it in the right location – that you ’ re not generating too many emissions transporting the raw material .”
Manufacturing poses sustainability problems The manufacturing process itself also poses sustainability challenges , Barkman points out .
“ You have to be smart about keeping equipment properly maintained , so that you ’ re not constantly replacing and disposing of components ,” he explains . “ The aim is to extend the life of all of your supply chain assets .”
Barkman adds : “ It can get complex , which is why SAP solutions are absolutely geared to helping companies navigate through all of this , to make sure they ’ re always headed in the right direction .”
On the ground , SAP solutions help businesses make joined-up sustainable decision-making in practical ways , its software allowing companies to manage what needs to be in any given product ’ s
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