Essays about: "International supply chains"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 65 essays containing the words International supply chains.

  1. 21. Distributional justice in Swedish-global value chain partnerships for sustainable textile production : A case study on economic distribution within the Sweden Textile Water Initiative

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Ingrid Myhr Radell; [2021]
    Keywords : RSCM; PPDP; sustainability; textiles; partnerships; investments; value chain; RSCM; PPDP; hållbarhet; textil; partnerskap; investeringar; värdekedja;

    Abstract : Due to the textile industry’s polluting impact on aquatic environments the Sweden Textile Water Initiative (STWI) was established. This Sida funded collaboration between SIWI (Stockholm International Water Institute), Swedish fashion brands and their suppliers received international recognition for their success in achieving tangible environmental results after implementing sustainability measures at the suppliers. READ MORE

  3. 22. The Impact of Country-Specific Contextual Factors on the Outcome of Section 1502 of the Dodd-Frank Act Regulating Conflict Minerals in the Democratic Republic of Congo

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för handelsrätt

    Author : Oscar Andrzej Danysz; [2021]
    Keywords : Conflict minerals; DRC; adjoining countries; 3T; 3TG; Section 1502 of the Dodd-Frank Act; armed groups; tin; tungsten; tantalum; gold; US; due diligence; supply chains; unintended consequences; mining ban; embargo; artisanal and small-scale miners; implementation; policymakers; contextual factors; social; economic; political; Law and Political Science;

    Abstract : The conflict mineral crisis has been ongoing in the DRC for nearly two decades, with armed groups and increased military presence have played on the tin, tantalum, tungsten and gold to fund a brutal war across the eastern region of the country. Recent international efforts to tackle such illicit trade in conflict minerals has focused on requiring relevant stakeholders involved in the mineral sourcing from the DRC to adhere to due diligence processes on their supply chains in an attempt to identify conflict-sourced minerals. READ MORE

  4. 23. Deconstructing free trade : An analysis of the implications of the disruption on global medical supply chains during the COVID-19 crisis.

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    Author : Masudur Rahaman; [2021]
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    Abstract : The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted global trade and caused many stakeholders to recognize how interconnected the international community is. However, due to nationalist sentiments and the uncertainty associated with the pandemic, most governments rushed to adopt protectionist measures aimed at protecting their essential supplies by imposing export restrictions on foodstuffs and diverse medical equipment and medications. READ MORE

  5. 24. How the modern slavery is addressed and regulated today - A legal and CSR perspective

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för handelsrätt

    Author : Hanna Lewin; [2021]
    Keywords : Modern slavery; forced labour; human rights; CSR.; Law and Political Science;

    Abstract : Modern slavery is connected to the global trade and company supply chains. This essay aims to examine how this is regulated and addressed today, from a legal and corporate social responsibility (CSR) perspective, and analyse the extent to which such obstacles can be overcome. READ MORE

  6. 25. Key Factors in Driving Sustainability Initiatives in the Supply Chain : A multiple case study of manufacturing companies

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : ALEXANDER BISSLER; SHERVIN GHAHESTANI; [2021]
    Keywords : SSCM; Sustainability Initiatives; Manufacturing Industry; Sustainable Performance; A priori factors; Post-implementation factors; Goal Creation; Execution; Follow-up; SDGs; Hållbar försörjningskedja; Hållbarhetsinitiativ; Tillverkningsindustri; Hållbar prestanda; Förutsättningar för hållbarhet; Faktorer för långsiktiga initiativ; Målskapande; Genomförande; Uppföljning; Globala mål för hållbar utveckling;

    Abstract : The manufacturing industry is accountable for a significant amount of carbon emissions released, and manufacturers experience pressure from stakeholders to address the sustainability issues and contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. However, the lack of verified frameworks to achieve a sustainable supply chain makes it difficult to revisit their supply chain strategies. READ MORE