Sustainable manufacturing: leveraging technology to meet sustainability goals

Sustainable manufacturing: leveraging technology to meet sustainability goals

Many manufacturers have begun their journey toward sustainability, understanding that it is no longer an option but rather a responsibility. Employees, investors, communities, and customers are all putting more pressure on businesses to improve their environmental initiatives, making purchase and employment decisions where sustainable practices are a factor.

Customers will reward manufacturers with the most transparent supply chains and strong sustainability policies with increased sales and, sometimes, a premium cost. To thrive, companies must integrate sustainable manufacturing into every area of their operations. Doing so will lead to financial and environmental benefits while improving their employees’ safety, health, welfare, and satisfaction.

• In terms of sustainability, what are the different expectations of customers, employees, and vendors?
• Are companies’ supplier networks prepared, able, and willing to provide sustainability data (recycled content, point of manufacture, etc.)?
• How do businesses measure the success of sustainable activities and socialize them among employees and their client ecosystem?