{"id":22167,"date":"2021-11-30T09:21:07","date_gmt":"2021-11-30T09:21:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.manutan.co.uk\/blog\/?p=22167"},"modified":"2021-11-30T09:21:07","modified_gmt":"2021-11-30T09:21:07","slug":"focus-on-the-green-supply-chain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.manutan.co.uk\/blog\/warehouse\/focus-on-the-green-supply-chain\/","title":{"rendered":"Focus on the green supply chain"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The effects that the Covid-19 crisis has had on the supply chain are numerous and often very positive. As well as illustrating its strategic, even vital importance for many companies, the quest for supply chain resilience is based more than ever on a CSR approach, mindful of the need to protect the environment and contribute to the sustainable growth of companies and our societies. As its name suggests, the main objective of the green supply chain is to reduce the environmental impact of logistics and transport.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW20335114 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW20335114 BCX0\">What is the green supply chain?\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW20335114 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">For several decades now, environmental problems have been rapidly multiplying and spreading across countries and regions around the world, constituting a serious contributing factor to climate change and global warming.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The concept of the green supply chain aims to mitigate environmental degradation and to control air and water pollution and waste generation through the adoption of environmentally friendly practices in various business operations. The end goal is to improve environmental sustainability.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Indeed, the green supply chain not only reduces environmental pollution and production costs, but also stimulates economic growth, creates a competitive advantage in terms of customer satisfaction, positive image, and reputation. The concept of the green supply chain is gaining momentum with innovations and new techniques aimed at protecting the planet.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The term \u201cgreen supply chain\u201d refers, by definition, to the idea of integrating sustainable environmental processes into the traditional supply chain. This may include processes such as the selection of suppliers and procurement of materials, product design, manufacturing and assembly, distribution, and end-of-life management.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Instead of mitigating the negative impact of business operations and the supply chain, the green supply chain involves adding and\/or creating value through the operations of the entire chain. Undoubtedly, the reduction of air and water pollution and waste production in the industry is the main objective of the green supply chain. Green operations, meanwhile, improve companies\u2019 performance in terms of:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Noto Sans Symbols\" data-listid=\"5\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Waste\u00a0reduction;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Noto Sans Symbols\" data-listid=\"5\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Products reuse and\u00a0recycling;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Noto Sans Symbols\" data-listid=\"5\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Lower manufacturing\u00a0costs;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Noto Sans Symbols\" data-listid=\"5\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Increased efficiency of\u00a0assets;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Noto Sans Symbols\" data-listid=\"5\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Building a positive\u00a0image;\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Noto Sans Symbols\" data-listid=\"5\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Customer satisfaction.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW140528237\">A\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 BCX0 SCXW140528237\">favourable<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW140528237\">\u00a0context for the green supply chain<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As the IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change), reports are mounting up and global warming is becoming a reality for us all, the green supply chain is also becoming a valuable governance tool for\u00a0organisations. In Europe, public authorities are encouraging the ecological transition as well.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ec.europa.eu\/info\/strategy\/priorities-2019-2024\/european-green-deal_en\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Green Deal for Europe<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, set out in December 2019, aims to make the European continent a leader in carbon neutrality by 2050. The Green Deal is financed to the tune of \u20ac1,000 billion over 10 years by all EU countries.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW62846667 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62846667 BCX0\">The green supply chain, a holistic approach for sustain<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62846667 BCX0\">able results<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW62846667 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:257,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">To make the supply chain greener, a holistic approach is necessary, as environmental responsibility applies to all links in the supply chain. Packaging, supply, warehouses, transport, distribution, delivery \u2013 all these stages are concerned. Neglecting any one of them would seriously undermine the overall outcome.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Limiting the environmental footprint of the supply chain naturally involves\u00a0prioritising\u00a0alternative modes of transport that emit fewer greenhouse gases, such as piggyback transport, river transport, electric vehicles, and biofuels. For its part, warehousing must promote the use of renewable energy and packaging made from recycled materials. The same requirement applies to packaging, which should be more carefully thought out and more closely matched to the size of the container, as well as being made from recycled materials. A circular view of production also needs to be implemented, with a strong emphasis on recycling.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Taking an environmental approach to the supply chain also involves promoting responsible sourcing, based on non-polluting raw materials and suppliers who are mindful of their CSR commitments. It also entails seeking to continuously reduce the energy bill of the entire supply chain. As well as making a tangible contribution to an\u00a0ever-greener\u00a0and more sustainable supply chain, the reduction in energy consumption will also have the advantage of lowering its overall costs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215484948 BCX0\">The green supply chain, a method<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215484948 BCX0\">ical approach<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Lean approach, which focuses on the continuous improvement of processes, makes it possible to tackle this complexity in a methodical way. Four main steps can be identified in this process.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Roboto\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Step 1: Measuring the environmental impact of the\u00a0entire supply chain<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This assessment concerns all areas of the supply chain. To leave out any one of its links would distort\u00a0the final result.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Roboto\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Step 2: Taking corrective actions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The actions implemented in the short, medium and long terms must have the sole objective of improving the environmental performance of the supply chain. Their sustainability and efficiency depend\u00a0in particular on\u00a0the awareness and empowerment of employees,\u00a0the pooling of warehouses and Research and Development efforts and an ambitious investment policy.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Roboto\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Step 3: Monitoring performance<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It is, of course, essential to develop indicators for evaluating and benchmarking changes in the environmental performance of\u00a0the supply chain. These indicators include, for example:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Roboto\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Environmental Condition Indicator (ECI), which measures the impact of an activity on the environment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Roboto\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Management Performance Indicator (MPI), which shows whether the company is in line with the objectives it previously defined and whether the performance measured is in line with the regulations in force.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Roboto\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Operational Performance Indicator (OPI), which enables a comparison to be made between the results of the progressively implemented green supply chain and the previous operation of the supply chain.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Roboto\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Step 4:\u00a0Communicating the results both externally and internally to the company<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:851,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As long as the results are real and proven, there is no good reason not to promote them. They will not only set an example but will also help the commercial success and image of the company.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;469777462&quot;:[3615],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun BCX0 SCXW15136493\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW15136493\">Green supply chain and technology<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW219404124 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219404124 BCX0\">Digital technologies are\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219404124 BCX0\">ultimately a real ally in building an increasingly environmentally friendly supply chain. The predictive power of artificial intelligence makes it possible to anticipate demand, while geolocation\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 SCXW219404124 BCX0\">optimises<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219404124 BCX0\">\u00a0lorry journeys. Lorries that are better filled and<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219404124 BCX0\">\u00a0spend less time on the road mean lower CO<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW219404124 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun Subscript SCXW219404124 BCX0\" data-fontsize=\"11\">2<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW219404124 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219404124 BCX0\">\u00a0emissions. For their part, WMS, associated with RFID technologies and 5G, make it possible to reduce execution costs and to further improve the management of warehouses, stocks, and supplies. These technologies contribute to the resilience of the supply c<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219404124 BCX0\">hain. 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