Here is an overview of PwC‘s 2013 global supply chain survey, Next-generation supply chains: Efficient, fast and tailored. From May to July 2012, PwC surveyed 503 supply chain executives. Some 44 percent of them hold senior management positions, while 34 percent hold C-level posts. Here is a breakdown starting with the 42 percent of respondents who rated sustainability as highly important:
- 87 percent named optimizing their carbon footprint as their top priority for green adherence in their supply chain,
- 87 percent said that it’s best to reach an agreement with their suppliers on adhering to the highest ethical standards.
- 81 percent favor collaborating with suppliers to create a responsible supply chain footprint and procurement framework.
