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AAFA-Branchenchat: So sollten Sie Audits betrachten
Nate Herman, Senior Vice President of Policy der American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA), setzte sich mit unserem Präsidenten und CEO Avedis Seferian zusammen, um die Frage zu besprechen: „Wie sollten Sie Audits betrachten?“ Sie räumen zwar ein, dass Audits nicht perfekt sind (und nicht alle gleich), kommen jedoch zu dem Schluss, dass Audits, wenn sie von unabhängigen und glaubwürdigen Organisationen richtig durchgeführt werden, […]
How many social audits are enough?
The chronic – and growing – problem of audit fatigue and what to do about it. WRAP surveyed hundreds of manufacturers around the world about social compliance audits conducted in their facilities each year. The goal of this survey was to gauge the level of disruption they experience and the resources required in order to […]
AAFA Industry Chat on Nearshoring
American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) Senior Vice President of Policy Nate Herman sat down with our President & CEO, Avedis Seferian, to discuss the implications of nearshoring for the United States market and the opportunities it presents for brands and retailers.
RBA 2023 Annual Conference Session: The Transformation of Audits — Are audits going away or just changing shape?
Supply chain social and environmental audits have evolved over time to improve their quality, stakeholder engagement, and overall impact. While site-level audits alone are not sufficient or always suitable for companies to identify and address all risks, they are still an important component of corporate supply chain due diligence systems, which enables companies to get […]
WRAP sponsors CAF webinar on forced and child labor regulations in Canada
The Government of Canada is increasingly targeting forced labor and child labor in supply chains. An upcoming webinar hosted by our friends at the Canadian Apparel Federation (CAF) will help businesses across the country understand the ever-growing web of legislation and governmental measures and prepare for their May 2024 reporting obligations. Our President and CEO […]
Driving Due Diligence: Better Practices for Audits and Certifications (webinar)
The avalanche of tightening new supply chain laws across the globe has left both retailers and their suppliers in a bind. With so many requirements to meet – and such a high risk of legal and reputational damage associated with lapses – companies are facing higher costs created by mounting inefficiencies, confusion, and audit fatigue. […]
AAFA Industry Chat on Nearshoring
American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) Senior Vice President of Policy Nate Herman sat down with our President & CEO, Avedis Seferian, to discuss the implications of nearshoring for the United States market and the opportunities it presents for brands and retailers.
DELIVER Americas 2023
WRAP’s President and CEO, Avedis Seferian, will be a featured speaker at DELIVER Americas 2023. His session will explore the importance of social compliance verification in the era of mandatory Human Rights Due Diligence (mHRDD). Follow the link below to learn more! DELIVER Americas 2023“The Evolving Landscape of the ‘S’ in ESG: Why Supply Chain […]
Best of Bangladesh 2023
WRAP’s Europe Representative, Gerwin Leppink, will be a featured speaker at Best of Bangladesh 2023! His panel discussion, “Empowering the Future: Advancing Safety and Well-Being for Garments Workforce in Bangladesh,” will explore strategies for strengthening Bangladesh’s appeal as a sourcing destination and its reputation in the international community. Follow the link below to learn more […]
AAFA Industry Chat on Due Diligence
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA)’s Senior Vice President of Policy, Nate Herman, recently sat down with WRAP’s President and CEO, Avedis Seferian, to review the due diligence themed series of discussions from the AAFA’s Traceability Conference and Social Responsibility Committee meeting. Tune in now at the link below!
2023 ASD Market Week
WRAP’s Senior Director of Program Integrity, Hong Mei, will be a featured speaker at the ASD Market Week trade show! Her session will explore best practices for responsible sourcing and sustainable production in Asia. Follow the link below to learn more and register. ASD Market WeekMonday, August 21, 202311 a.m. PDT Las Vegas Convention Center […]
WRAP CEO discusses third-party compliance verification in Sri Lankan facilities
Avedis Seferian, WRAP’s President and CEO, recently joined the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) to discuss why manufacturers in Sri Lanka are increasingly investing in third-party social compliance verification. Read his full comments in this article from Fibre2Fashion. (Paid subscription may be required to view article)
Apparel Textile Sourcing Canada (ATSC) Trade Show
WRAP is pleased to sponsor Apparel Textile Sourcing (ATS)’s upcoming trade show in Canada (ATSC), the largest international sourcing event focused on North American apparel, textile, and fashion sectors. Attendees will be able to connect with 200+ exhibitors from the world’s leading sourcing destinations and learn more about trending supply chain and compliance issues from […]