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Ethics in the Supply Chain

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

As a procurement professional it is paramount that “we” are aware of the conduct of our suppliers within all tiers of our supply chain. It is not just the top tier or tier one suppliers that demand our focus but the whole chain. Do you have an ethical sourcing procurement policy? How much of your waste goes into landfill?

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What does the German Supply Chain Act Mean for Procurement?

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The German Supply Chain Act, or Lieferkettengesetz, is a new piece of legislation that came into effect January 2023 with an extended remit from January 1, 2024. In Germany, this figure amounts to approximately 3,000 companies and requires them to conduct due diligence to identify and address potential risks in their supply chain.

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The Importance of Ethical Procurement Practices in Public Sectors

The Procurement School

Many organizations have written policies and guidelines on Ethics, but is this situation an Ethical or Moral issue? In conducting research for this article, I found many definitions of ‘Ethics’. I asked a search engine ‘What is the difference between Morals and Ethics?’ Mind1(1) ‘Ethics deals with right or wrong conduct.

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How Certified Procurement Professionals Drive Efficiency in Supply Chain Management

The Procurement School

P rocurement, a critical component of supply chain management, is transforming, driven by the expertise of certified procurement professionals. The impact of such training is significant, leading to more streamlined procurement processes and better decision-making in supply chain management.

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What is Ethical Procurement and Why is it Important?

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

Ethical procurement is becoming increasingly important in our ever more complex, interconnected, and global economy. In the past, the main focus for most companies was profit, but more and more companies now understand and value ethical procurement. In this post, we explore what ethical procurement means and why it is so important.

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Unexpected Allies: Could International Investment Law Transform Human Rights in Supply Chains?

Kluwer Arbitration

Supply Chain Due Diligence (“SCDD”) laws, such as the German Lieferkettensorgfaltsgesetz , the recently approved EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive , or the U.S. As an advocate for such laws, I recognise the urgent need to make supply chains fairer and more ethical.

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Starting December 4th, Contractors Must Rid Supply Chains of Covered Articles and Sources Subject to FASC Orders

Government Contracts Navigator

Burrows ● Effective December 4, 2023, a new interim rule will prohibit contractors from delivering or using covered articles and sources subject to exclusion or removal orders issued under the Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act of 2018 (“FASCSA”).