CIPS Sustainability & Supply Summit 2024

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schedule 45 Mins | 18 July 2024

Do you really know your supply chain? How to get an all-round view

This introduction to our practical solutions-based content stream by CIPS’ head of teaching and learning, homes in on the perilous supply chain behind the humble doughnut, looking at the links between sugar and a host of ESG considerations – from deforestation to climate change and forced labour. 

A panel of auditing experts then share how to build a 360° view of your supply chain and take your questions on how to build greater transparency.

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schedule 40 Mins | 18 July 2024

Empowering SMEs: your part in creating dynamic and diverse supply chains

Working with SMEs can be the gateway to not only improving your supplier diversity, but increasing innovation. The Social Value Act and incoming Procurement Act are now putting SMEs at the top of the agenda. But what can we do to help SMEs find a place in the supply chain? 


This practical session draws together the best practice from the experts representing SMEs and social enterprises, and advice from a leading telecommunications business on the hurdles it's had to overcome. 

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schedule 40 Mins | 18 July 2024

'It's within your scope': practical tools for tracking supplier emissions

Get on top of your Scope 3 emissions with this practical session on how to acquire data, understand it and act on it. Hear how a consortium of 32 UK universities worked together to implement a Scope 3 strategy that is providing new benchmarks for the entire sector. 

A fireside chat chat follows the presentation, providing an opportunity for advice on the best tools and techniques at your disposal.

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