Tuesday, March 3, 2026 · Joseph Sarkis
Circular supply chains are emerging as a foundational operating model for the circular economy, enabling organizations to drive sustainability, resilience, and long-term value through closed-loop material flows, strategic partnerships, and disciplined execution.
Monday, March 2, 2026 · Dr. Sreedevi Rajagopalan and Tori Arnold
Scope 3 is not a firm-level problem. It is a system-level problem, and it requires system-level solutions.
Friday, December 19, 2025 · Sudhir Makkar
The transportation and logistics industries are a cornerstone of economic growth and global trade, facilitating the movement of goods and services across borders and continents. However, this vital sector’s reliance on fossil fuels and outdated practices has inadvertently…
Wednesday, October 1, 2025 · Brian Straight
ASCM’s Abe Eshkenazi says supply chains in 2026 must balance technology with human capability, establish clear sustainability standards, and respond to younger generations’ growing demand for responsible products.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 · Sridhar Thirumalai
Last-mile delivery is a major contributor to supply chain emissions, but a range of innovations—from electric vehicles and cargo bikes to drones and urban hubs—offer viable paths to sustainability.
Friday, May 23, 2025 · Brian Straight
As climate change, tariffs, and operational inefficiencies strain global food systems, companies are betting on digital tools to bring clarity and resilience to a fragile agricultural supply chain.
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 · Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Despite growing investments in carbon reduction, spend-based accounting methods may inadvertently inflate corporate emissions unless companies push for more precise, supplier-level data transparency.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 · Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Research suggests that collecting e-commerce boxes can result in higher emissions savings, but factors such as weight and driving distance alter the calculation.
Monday, February 10, 2025 · Brian Straight
A global survey of over 5,000 small and midsized businesses by DHL Express found that while most businesses are interested in sustainable delivery options, few are willing to dedicate significant resources to building sustainable delivery options
Wednesday, January 8, 2025 · Massachusetts Institute of Technology
A pick-to-zero strategy is an order-picking method where shipments are received, put away, picked, and shipped out on the same day. When adding in network design changes, the benefits result in increased product freshness and lower daily shipment costs.
Tuesday, January 7, 2025 · Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Current CO2 tracking methods lead to inaccurate Scope 3 emissions reporting, but technology is enabling more accurate assessment methodologies.
Thursday, December 12, 2024 · Lilian Bories
Supply chains are evolving rapidly in 2025 as businesses prioritize resilience, sustainability, and AI-driven innovation to navigate ongoing global disruptions and customer demands. Diversification of sourcing, AI adoption for predictive insights, and the integration of…
Friday, November 8, 2024 · Marisa Brown
To compile data for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reports, organizations pull a variety of data from numerous sources. This process often encounters challenges in obtaining and storing the data. To streamline their reporting efforts, organizations must look at…
Monday, November 4, 2024 · Marisa Brown
Organizations report on a variety of topics, but they can take steps to streamline their efforts surrounding ESG reporting.
Monday, November 4, 2024 · Angela Hultberg
The CSDDD is poised to accelerate the transition to sustainable business practices, transforming supply chains into engines of sustainability.
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