🇬🇧 Side session: ‘Supply Chain Intelligence: Driving Transparency and Due Diligence in Fashion’

As global fashion supply chains grow increasingly complex, ensuring responsible sourcing and regulatory compliance has become a critical priority. This virtual side session at the OECD Forum on Due Diligence in the Garment and Footwear Sector will examine the role of Supply Chain Intelligence (SCI) and technology in strengthening due diligence practices. Participants will gain insights into leveraging integrated data to assess risks, enhance transparency, and drive meaningful environmental and social impact across supply chains.

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Topics Addressed

This session will provide a structured overview of key approaches and practical applications, including:

• Enhancing supply chain transparency: Utilizing SCI to consolidate multiple data sources into reliable, actionable insights.
• Risk assessment: Identifying environmental, social, and regulatory risks throughout the supply chain.
• Regulatory compliance: Supporting due diligence processes aligned with emerging frameworks, such as the Deforestation-Free Regulation.
• Turning intelligence into impact: Translating insights into measurable improvements in environmental and social performance.