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Building Sustainable Value Chains
Supply chain management involves the coordination of all activities associated with the flow of goods, services, information, and finances from raw material suppliers to end customers. For eco-entrepreneurs, building a sustainable supply chain is both an ethical imperative and a competitive advantage. This module covers sustainable procurement, supplier relationships, and supply chain transparency.
From raw materials to reverse logistics — click each stage
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A supply chain encompasses all the steps involved in getting a product from raw material to end customer. Key elements include suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and customers. Supply chain management involves planning, sourcing, making, delivering, and returning. For eco-businesses, each step of the supply chain must be evaluated for its environmental and social impact.
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