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In an increasingly interconnected world, the global supply chain has transformed into a complex web, intertwining economies and businesses across continents. While this interconnectivity has fueled growth and innovation, it has also brought to the forefront critical issues related to human rights and environmental protection. The German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (Lieferkettensorgfaltspflichtengesetz – LkSG) and the upcoming EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) reflect a significant shift towards more responsible business practices, highlighting the need for effective due diligence process in supply chains.

Ever faced tensions while implementing a robust human rights and environmental approach with your suppliers? Factors such as cultural differences may spark conflicts. What can be done to defuse these tensions and foster productive relationships with suppliers?

INKOTA Editorial: Discover how proactive adoption of effective grievance systems can drive positive change and compliance beyond regulatory requirements

In our connected world, we source supplies globally in many countries. We face different values in different cultures. How does this affect communication with business partners, and how does it affect how “our” approach to strengthening human rights and protecting the environment is perceived?

SustainMarkets Editorial: Perspectives on reimagining our global economy through the power of collaboration for a more sustainable future.

As businesses increasingly face pressure to operate in a socially and environmentally responsible manner, we may find companies or suppliers creating a false appearance of responsibility to deceive stakeholders. What are the pitfalls of prioritizing appearances over substance and how do you deal with misleading business partners?

On 28–29^th September 2023, IGCC SustainMarkets, was in Nairobi, Kenya to conduct a Supply Chain Due Diligence Workshop in cooperation with the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce for Eastern Africa to extend capacity-building support for companies in the East Africa region.

On 25 September 2023, within the framework of the IGCC’s 67th Annual General Meeting, IGCC announced the winners of ‘SustainAwards 2023: Responsible Business for SMEs in India’.

TrustNet.Trade Feature: Companies with a strong sense of business ethics or corporate responsibility may fear cost and flexibility disadvantages in international marketplaces – however, the long-term advantages of business responsibility and sustainability outweigh the immediate costs.

As part of the initiative ‘FairVoice’, the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce conducted a series of networking & exchange events across India in July-August 2023 to illuminate the path toward sustainable business growth through responsible business practices.