Without SCM Expertise, No Sustainability Along the Supply Chain

For medium-sized companies operating in an increasingly globalized and regulated business environment, sustainability goals are no longer an optional part of corporate strategy. The pressure to implement ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) and CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) criteria is steadily increasing.

By: Daniel Bubendorf

(Magden) But beware: Without profound Supply Chain Management (SCM) know-how, the implementation of these measures can have fatal consequences. The complex structures of supply chains, in which logistics providers also play a key role, harbor risks that can quickly develop into insurmountable obstacles – especially for medium-sized companies that often do not have the same resources as large corporations. It is time to address this challenge with the necessary urgency and foresight.

Ticking Time Bomb Without SCM Expertise – And the Role of Logistics

In the supply chains of medium-sized businesses, numerous interests collide: cost optimization, efficiency enhancement, and compliance with ESG and CSR standards must be ensured simultaneously. The role of logistics providers should not be underestimated. They play a crucial role in ensuring that sustainability goals are met in the supply chain. Without solid SCM know-how that also encompasses logistics, well-intentioned measures such as switching to a “green” supplier at Tier-1 level can quickly lead to production losses, higher costs, or longer delivery times. Logistics providers that focus solely on