📊 New insights: The PFAS debate is expanding beyond chemical companies. Is your industry prepared? Commetric's latest study reveals a significant shift in the "forever chemicals" conversation. It's no longer just about 3M, The Chemours Company, Corteva Agriscience, and DuPont. The PFAS issue is now relevant to: - Food & Beverage: McDonald's, Burger King - Fashion: Patagonia, REI - FMCG: Unilever - Retail: Walmart See who's in the spotlight in our network map 👇 But here's the twist: While most companies are playing defense, our analysis shows a golden opportunity for proactive leaders. 🏆 First-mover advantage is still up for grabs across multiple industries! Who will step up and own the narrative? 🔍 Dive into our full study to discover (link in comments 🔗): - Why taking responsibility is crucial (even if you didn't create the problem); - How to become a risk authority in the PFAS debate; - The secret to turning a potential PR challenge into a reputation-building opportunity. #PFAS #RiskCommunication #CorporateReputation #MediaAnalysis

Speaker announcement | Supply Chain Leaders Virtual Summit Francesco Perlini, CFO, Audit ESG & Sustainability at the World Trade Organization, will join our Virtual Summit on September 17th and contribute his insights to the panel discussion; "Green Horizons: Advancing Sustainability in Supply Chain Operations." This session will address the key drivers behind the growing importance of sustainability for supply chain leaders, including consumer and investor pressure, internal values, regulatory demands, and more. Register free to join us LIVE and/or access the recording on-demand: https://lnkd.in/eJ27xHqD #SCLVS2024 #SupplyChain #Operations #Demand #Sustainability

Post #6 🌾 From Commodities to Value: Unlocking Growth through Innovation in Food 🌾 Achieving growth in food commodity categories has become increasingly complex. With market dynamics constantly evolving—volatile prices, changing consumer preferences, and heightened competition—it’s clear that complacency is not an option for companies. 📉 Traditional levers like cost-cutting and kickbacks are no longer enough to drive sustainable growth. 💡 Success now demands innovation, value-added solutions, and a deep understanding of customer needs beyond just price. In my experience leading diverse portfolios across the food sector, partnerships and purpose-driven strategies have proven to be critical. The companies that thrive are the ones that: - Prioritize sustainability and social responsibility 🌍 - Build trusted relationships with customers 🤝 - Leverage data insights to uncover emerging trends 📊 The path to growth is an ongoing journey, but the rewards are invaluable—delivering lasting impact and meaningful value to both businesses and consumers. #FoodIndustry #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #Sustainability #Leadership #FoodCommodities

📢 LogiChem 2025 Advisory Board! We are pleased to introduce the leaders shaping the agenda for LogiChem 2025, the world’s leading chemical supply chain event. 🎟️ Explore our tickets: https://lnkd.in/eK6MkbrV These experts will help guide discussions on key challenges faced by chemical supply chains, including global disruptions, increasing competition, digital transformation, and sustainability. 👉🏼 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬: Bjoern Neal Kirchner, Corporate Vice President Supply Chain, Henkel Yarelis Hernandez, Vice President Global Supply Chain, LyondellBasell Ceylan Ünsal, Vice President Supply Chain Business Line Catalysts, Evonik Edgar Peet, Director Global Supply Chain, Axalta Lennart Heip, Director International Trade Operations, Dow Cedric Spineux, Global Head Supply Chain Excellence, Clariant Leo Kuetten, Logistics Lead EMEA, DuPont Stephanie Wright, COO US Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Supply Chains, WEF 🌍 Join us to connect with top chemical supply chain leaders! #LogiChem2025 #ChemicalSupplyChain #Sustainability #DigitalTransformation #SupplyChainInnovation

Join our panel discussion on "Building More Responsible and Sustainable Organizations: Emerging Best Practices." We have identified leading organizations based on the ISCM ranking that excel in sustainability initiatives. Senior leaders from these organizations will share insights into successful strategies and best practices for integrating responsibility and sustainability into supply chain operations. Learn about innovative approaches to reducing environmental impact, promoting ethical sourcing, and fostering social responsibility across the supply chain. Discover how these practices contribute to operational efficiency, brand reputation, and long-term profitability. By attending this session, you will not only gain valuable knowledge but also have the opportunity to participate in the India Supply Chain Leaders Senate—a platform for networking and collaboration among supply chain professionals committed to driving sustainability in the industry. Reserve your spot to engage with industry pioneers and gain actionable insights for building responsible and sustainable organizations in today's dynamic business landscape. Mark your calendars! For more info, visit https://lnkd.in/dtEsjpEV or write to us at events@iscmforums.com Institute of Supply Chain Management (ISCM) ISCM Forums Dr. Rakesh P Singh Huned Gandhi Varun Gupta Tarun Verma Manoj Sharma Vijay Kumar #SustainableSupplyChain #OrganizationalSustainability #EcoFriendlyBusiness #GreenSupplyChain #EthicalSourcing #CircularEconomy #SustainableBusiness #SupplyChainManagement #CorporateResponsibility #ClimateAction #SustainableLogistics #FairTrade #CSR #RenewableEnergy #ZeroWaste #SupplyChainTransparency #EthicalBusiness #GreenLogistics #CarbonNeutral #ResponsibleSourcing

#India #Business Join us for a Trade and Sustainability Workshop and Conference on 29 August 2024 and 30 August 2024 in #Mumbai #Environment #Social #Governance #ESG #Sustainability #Trade amfori - Trade with Purpose Confederation of Indian Industry

As industries across the globe embrace sustainability, the role of supply chains is evolving faster than ever. As a member of Nandina REM's advisory board, Alison A. has been imparting her deep knowledge and experience as an expert in manufacturing supply chains, helping us unlock the potential of circular materials to transform advanced manufacturing. Her leadership is essential to our mission of fostering sustainable growth and creating resilient, future-ready supply chains. #AviationCircularity #CircularEconomy #CircularMaterials #Sustainability #SupplyChain #AdvancedManufacturing

We are thrilled to announce that starting in December, we will be launching our next event series, the Supply Chain Executive Roundtable! The inaugural topic on December 10th will be "Sustainability and Green Supply Chain Practices. Supply Chain and Sustainability executives can RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gGRzuJS5 #supplychain #sustainability #sustainablesupplychain

🚀 Unlock the future of Supply Chain Management: Sustainability & Competitiveness 🌍 In today’s global economy, integrating sustainability into your supply chain isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity. But can you truly be sustainable and competitive? Join us at the upcoming Supply Chain Café by PICS Belgium - Premier APICS Training Partner, where expert Pieter-Jan Degelin will delve into the complexities of ESG, CSRD, CSDDD, and the Green Deal. Understand how these regulations are set to reshape your operations and discover actionable strategies to navigate this evolving landscape. 🔥 Key discussion points: ▪ Navigating the challenges of sustainable practices ▪ Balancing operational changes with financial impact ▪ Identifying drivers of sustainable transformation ▪ Exploring the intersection of sustainability and competitiveness Whether you're an industry veteran or just beginning your sustainability journey, this session is designed to provide valuable insights and practical solutions. 🎤 Hosted by: Jason Ashton, Board Member, PICS Belgium 🗓 Date: September 26, 2024 Reserve your spot today and be part of the sustainability revolution! https://lnkd.in/d9cd6zQM #PICSBelgium #SupplyChain #Sustainability #SupplyChainCafé

While supply chain sustainability can drive social and economic value for all, its full potential is limited by skill shortages across the chain. - World Economic Forum 👀 Check this brief video from the World Economic Forum to discover five core sustainable skill areas that can help unlock the potential to drive both social and economic value across #supplychain for everyone. Let us know which #skills would you add on the list?