Bangladesh and the Problem of Ethical Sourcing
Why a renewed emphasis on social accountability could impact the manufacturing landscape—and what it could mean for the print and promotional industries
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And that's where the real change could come for the promotional industry in the wake of the tragedies overseas—not in massive supply chain overhauls or shifting manufacturing centers, but in an increased emphasis on safety protocols and social accountability.
"Audits are representative of a moment in time," explained Dee Fenton, executive director, compliance for QCA. "For that reason, the age of the audit should be less than a year. If you aren't auditing, but you know your supplier factory is being audited, ask to see the audit, then ask how the observations are and have been addressed."
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Sean Norris is editor-in-chief for Promo Marketing. Reach him at snorris@napco.com.
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