Chemical Management Is Now a Business Imperative

Once relegated to regulatory footnotes, chemical management has taken center stage. Today, it’s viewed as a critical business risk, driven by escalating global regulation, investor activism, and consumer demand for transparency. This blog explores why now is the moment for brands and manufacturers across all industries to get proactive, and how leading organizations are using […]

Digital Product Passports Are Here. Is Your Brand Ready?

Change is in the air for global supply chains. With the European Union rolling out the Digital Product Passport (DPP), companies must adapt to a new standard of transparency, traceability, and environmental responsibility. Starting in 2026, the European Union will begin enforcing DPP requirements under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). The first affected […]

Navigating the Tariff Turbulence—and Beyond: Key Insights from the State of Supply Chain Report 2025

Geopolitical shifts and sudden tariff hikes are no longer just background noise in global trade—they’re reshaping the very core of how brands source, produce, and deliver goods. In our newly released State of Supply Chain Report 2025, we explore how tariff uncertainty, forced labor regulations, and consumer-driven sustainability are colliding to redefine supply chain strategies. […]

Tariffs, Turbulence, and Transformation: What Supply Chain Leaders Must Do Now to Secure Their Networks

If you’re in retail, manufacturing, or sourcing, and feel like you’re firefighting every day, you’re not alone. The sudden spike in tariffs—particularly on products sourced from China—has put enormous pressure on already-stressed supply chains. Executives are in damage-control mode, cost forecasts are being rewritten, and sourcing teams are scrambling for alternatives. But here’s the truth: […]

AAFA Executive Summit 2025: A Glimpse into the Future of Adaptability and Agility in Supply Chains

The AAFA Executive Summit has long served as a cornerstone event where apparel and footwear industry leaders gather to tackle timely challenges and share forward-thinking strategies. This year’s summit, held in Washington, D.C., was no exception—centering on a theme that couldn’t be more relevant: adaptability and agility in the face of global trade disruption and […]

Turning Reporting into Impact: Actionable Steps for Companies

This blog is part of a series published by Elizabeth Pulos, head of compliance, sustainability, and traceability innovation, and leader of Inspectorio’s Center of Excellence. Over the past few years, sustainability efforts have become synonymous with carbon target setting and ESG compliance—digging up data, filling out questionnaires, collecting chain of custody documentation, and trying to […]

The Financial Imperative: Why Banks Are Making ESG Compliance Non-Negotiable

In today’s evolving financial landscape, executives face a critical challenge: banks and financial institutions are increasingly making ESG compliance a prerequisite for access to capital. With global sustainable investments reaching $35.3 trillion in 2022 and representing 36% of professionally managed assets, financial institutions are fundamentally reshaping how they evaluate corporate risk and creditworthiness. This shift […]

Traceability in 2025: Evolving from Compliance to Strategic Advantage

Global companies are navigating an era of heightened unpredictability in their supply chains. Economic shifts, trade disruptions, tariffs, and evolving regulations are forcing businesses to rethink their sourcing and operational strategies. The cost of inaction is rising – organizations that lack end-to-end visibility may struggle with compliance risks, inflated costs and supply chain inefficiencies. In […]

Why Yesterday’s Traceability Won’t Work for Tomorrow’s Supply Chains

Traditional traceability systems were designed for compliance — static, fragmented, and reactive. For years, businesses collected supply chain data at fixed intervals, often only when required by regulators. This approach created blind spots and delayed responses to disruptions. In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, such methods are no longer sufficient. With increasing regulatory requirements, such as […]

The Transition from Marketing-Led to Supply Chain-Led Sustainability

This blog is part of a series published by Elizabeth Pulos, head of compliance, sustainability, and traceability innovation, and leader of Inspectorio’s Center of Excellence. Ever since Patagonia pioneered the first recycled polyester fleece jacket made from plastic bottles in 1993, the fashion industry has used inspirational messaging to sell “sustainable” products to consumers. Momentum […]