Click here to download: Nadira+Lamrad+CSR+Trends+in+Chinas+Apparel+Supply+Chain.pdfPresentation: CSR Trends in China's Apparel Supply Chain
Nadira Lamrad
PHD Candidate City University of Hong Kong
A film clip of this presentation is available on the Social Alterations website.
Abstract: Over the past three decades, China has emerged as the ‘world’s factory.’ Accompanying this trend has been rising pressure on brands to ensure a minimum standard of labour conditions throughout complex supply chains. In response, brands have adopted corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies which have adapted over time to fit the business environment. With regards to labour conditions, brands have transitioned their CSR strategies from policing and monitoring the symptoms to constructively addressing root causes. This presentation identifies i) the challenges faced by brands and ii) the drivers of positive change in the Chinese context. The presentation also describes best practices and current CSR trends in China’s supply chains.
