Supply Chain Sustainability and the Environment (Essay Sample)

Supply Chain Sustainability and the Environment
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The supply chain is a central part of business operations. It must align with environmentally friendly policies and practices in the modern context. The report investigated the case of Unilever – a leader in sustainable supply chain management. The company has succeeded but also faces challenges. The challenges found include individual actions a weak collaboration. The report has recommended various actions and policies to ensure Unilever delivers its goal of sustainable supply chains. The report has highlighted the need for sustainable supply chain management for modern business.
Keywords: supply chain, sustainability, Unilever, environmentally friendly
ContentsIntroduction……………………………………………………......................……….……4Case Study: Unilever…………………………………………………….........................…4Unilever and Emerging Sustainability Issues ……………………………………………8Problems and Challenges ……………………………………………………...................11Recommendations and Conclusion………………………………………………….........13Reference List……………………………………………………......................……….…15
Introduction
Supply chain management is critical for modern businesses since it ensures that produced goods and services reach the consumers. Companies ensure that the supply chain has the right resources, practices, and policies. Part of ensuring an effective supply chain has sustainable practices and policies. In the modern world, organizations must procure materials also for the production process, even from international sources. Customers, too, need to get their goods but can also participate in the reverse supply chain.