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Building a Sustainable Supply Chain in the Era of Accountability

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A thorough audit should be conducted to examine various aspects, including the sourcing of raw materials, manufacturing processes, transportation methods and waste management. Businesses should also explore energy-efficient manufacturing processes that prioritise resource optimisation and minimise emissions.

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Rightshoring: Discover Your Component Sourcing Sweet-spot

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Especially in light of the pandemic, which highlighted significant vulnerabilities in global logistics and supply risks. It’s an attractive middle-ground that enables OEMs to adopt a hybrid sourcing strategy that considers multiple factors. Uncovering the right sourcing strategy can be fraught with risks.