of conduct . The Levi Strauss & Co . Terms of Engagement set out to protect the basic needs and rights of workers as well as the environment . Since its implementation , similar codes have become the standard and are employed by most apparel companies . In 2011 , Levi Strauss & Co . began piloting the next phase of its commitment to creating a more sustainable supply chain called the Worker Well-being initiative . Through this new approach , the company partners with its suppliers and local organisations to implement programmes focused on financial empowerment , health and family well-being , and equality and acceptance . The initiative has created proven , sustainable business and social benefits at all levels of the supply chain , including a demonstrated four to one return on investment for some programmes .
HOW IMPORTANT IS THE EUREKA
LAB TO DRIVING SUPPLY CHAIN INNOVATION AT LEVI ’ S ?
It ’ s key . Our Eureka Innovation Lab is the nerve centre that brings together our developers , designers , vendors and sustainability experts to collaborate and tackle key supply chain challenges
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