Subject category:
Ethics and Social Responsibility
Published by:
Harvard Business Publishing
Version: 11 June 2019
Revision date: 1-Jul-2019
Length: 31 pages
Data source: Published sources
Abstract
This case explores the evolution of Nike's global product sourcing strategy, in particular ongoing efforts to improve working conditions at its suppliers' factories. When the case opens in July 2018, Vice President of Sourcing Amanda Tucker and her colleagues in Nike's Global Sourcing and Manufacturing division were focusing on three key supply chain challenges: sourcing from suppliers that meet compliance standards, challenging and encouraging suppliers to improve capabilities, and being responsive to consumer demand across the world.
Locations:
Industry:
Size:
> 1 billion; Fortune 500
Other setting(s):
2018
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Abstract
This case explores the evolution of Nike's global product sourcing strategy, in particular ongoing efforts to improve working conditions at its suppliers' factories. When the case opens in July 2018, Vice President of Sourcing Amanda Tucker and her colleagues in Nike's Global Sourcing and Manufacturing division were focusing on three key supply chain challenges: sourcing from suppliers that meet compliance standards, challenging and encouraging suppliers to improve capabilities, and being responsive to consumer demand across the world.
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Locations:
Industry:
Size:
> 1 billion; Fortune 500
Other setting(s):
2018