Leaders rethinking supply chain with Sustainability as its core mission

Supply chain professionals are looking for ways to store goods closer to customers by investing in micro fulfillment centers and to optimize their facilities so orders can be processed faster. But it’s important to remember that while customers want their purchases fast, sometimes even the next day, many care about the environmental impact of that delivery as well.

An IBM study found that 57% of consumers are willing to change their shopping habits to protect the environment.

Thus, three key strategies that could serve as a blueprint for other supply chains:

Rethink Packaging

Leaders understand the costs of packaging waste and its impact on the environment: 77% said they’ve made the use of sustainable packaging materials a priority. For example, manufacturers may invest in re-useable product packaging and containers to move goods to co-packers or retailers, cutting plastic out of the equation. E-commerce companies may look for ways to pack multiple goods into one package before shipping, increasing efficiency while also reducing waste.

Rethink Partnerships

Rethink Process