ASSESSING THE SITUATION
PROCUREMENT
Supply Chain Digital explores how four different supply chains ( food , consumer goods , tech and retail ) are opting for responsible sourcing
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A s global supply chains become ever more diverse , interconnected and farreaching , business opportunities have accordingly flourished . However , the rise of the ‘ consumer class ’ has both driven and presented a challenge to procurement : how can sourcing meet demand but remain as sustainable and ethical as possible ? A profound CSR ( corporate social responsibility ) issue with the capacity to address several fundamental issues , from the living conditions of workers in primary industries to the environmental sustainability of operations , responsible sourcing offers a chance to make a substantial , positive impact in a company ’ s sphere of influence .
ASSESSING THE SITUATION
Before exploring individual efforts to implement responsible sourcing , it is worth assessing contemporary supply chains , understanding why a focus on CSR initiatives is so important and how they can be achieved .
JULY 2020