Essays about: "textile initiative"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 16 essays containing the words textile initiative.

  1. 11. Textile and recycling initiatives – A step towards a circular economy

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Johanna Löfgren; Hanna Enocson; [2014-09-23]
    Keywords : textile initiative; circular economy; sustainable business model; textile and clothing industry;

    Abstract : In this study the reader will get an understanding for a new textile initiatives in the Swedish textile and clothing industry. The initiatives are about collecting garments with the aim of reusing and recycling the material. READ MORE

  3. 12. Apparel and Footwear Environmental Assessment Tool : Understanding how Rapid Design Module is used and if it can contribute to sustainability-oriented organizational culture

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Institutionen Textilhögskolan

    Author : JOHANNA LAAKSO; MILLA SALMI; [2014]
    Keywords : Environmental Management System; Rapid Design Module; Apparel and Footwear Environmental Assessment Tool; Organizational Culture; Cultural Change; Corporate Sustainability; Sustainability-oriented Organizational Culture;

    Abstract : The aim of this thesis is to study the usage of an Apparel and Footwear Environmental Assessment Tool, the Rapid Design Module, in Swedish companies in the textile and fashion industry and the tool’s possible impact on the change process of organizational culture towards a more sustainable one. A qualitative study has been conducted via interviewing and observing employees using the focal tool on-site in three different companies. READ MORE

  4. 13. Responsible sourcing and transparency in the home textile industry : the case of cotton

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Economics

    Author : Catarina Holmsten-Carrizo; [2013]
    Keywords : code of conduct; corporate social responsibility; CSR; ethical sourcing; multi-stakeholder initiative; procurement; SSCM; standard; supply chain; value chain ;

    Abstract : CSR, Corporate Social Responsibility, has become increasingly important in a globalised world where the responsibilities of companies and governments are somewhat blurry. The textile industry is an industry where long supply chains and raw material production in developing countries are factors adding to the complexity and difficulties of solving ethical issues. READ MORE

  5. 14. Wettodry Initiative : Leading the Way to a Sustainable Fashion Supply Chain through E-Mass Customization

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Institutionen Textilhögskolan

    Author : Helene Bergmann; [2012]
    Keywords : e-mass customization; supply chain management; sustainability; digital textile printing;

    Abstract : For this thesis, the concept of e-mass customization, supported through e-commerceand away from mass production is considered as an alternative and sustainable strategyfor fashion and textile companies of western markets. Since the need for selfactualization and individualization increases among western societies, in addition tosustainably conscious consumption patterns, mass customization is one strategicsolution to face current market trends. READ MORE

  6. 15. Code of conduct Inspections and Compliance

    University essay from Institutionen för ekonomi

    Author : Jenny Helge; Therese Lein Thylin; Jenny Lööf; [2006]
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    Abstract : In many of the developing countries the working conditions are poor and unfair. Many of the clothes are bought from these countries where murder, violence and arresting of the workers are common. Neither the employers nor the employees know the laws of their countries entirely and therefore have no knowledge of fundamental rights. READ MORE