Ethics

Browse all our articles on ethical procurement and supply chain management, including diversification best practice and anti-corruption measures.

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How Co-op’s inclusion programme sparked new conversations with its supply chain

11 February 2025

Co-op's Endless Inclusion Hub has transformed supplier relationships and fostered meaningful dialogue around diversity and inclusion.

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The rise of social enterprise and social procurement

3 October 2024

Working with social enterprises can fast-track supplier diversity, social value and innovation – this is how to reap the benefits, according to Andy Daly, head of corporate partnerships at Social Enterprise UK.

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Driving positive social change through procurement

3 October 2024

Laura Faulkner FCIPS of Nationwide Building Society on why “profit without purpose isn’t for us”.

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Three ways to accelerate your supplier diversity programme

19 August 2024

A supplier diversity programme is a critical lever procurement can pull to deliver against ESG as an objective – here’s how.

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Climate change and modern slavery: A new supply chain risk vector?

18 April 2024

The link between climate change and modern slavery is becoming more apparent. Procurement and supply professionals must dig deeper into their supply chains and go beyond the data to address the evolving risks.

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How Pfizer diversified its supply chain

26 February 2024

Pfizer set out to dramatically increase its spend with diverse suppliers – but first it needed to identify them.

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“Everything, everywhere, all at once” – doing the right thing in a turbulent world

9 February 2024

Alison Taylor, ethics professor at NYU Stern, shares advice on building better organisations in the face of multiple, competing pressures.

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The language of corruption: a quick guide

24 November 2023

Bribery and corruption are often masked in vague terms.

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9 measures to counter supply chain corruption

24 November 2023

More than $1trn is paid in bribes globally each year. Here are nine steps procurement and supply professionals can take to counter corruption.

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Corruption: know it when you see it

24 November 2023

Corruption manifests in many, sometimes subtle, ways. Procurement and supply professionals must be vigilant to these warning signs.

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Corruption “it spreads like a disease”

24 November 2023

Globally, corruption is rife. Procurement and supply professionals need to understand the scale of the problem – and take counter-measures.

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COP28: 7 ways you can make a difference

24 November 2023

More than almost any other professional community, we can influence climate change. Start making a positive difference today.

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Corruption: a story from the frontline

24 November 2023

How Dr Sandra Sequeira helped bring “electronic single window” technology to Mozambique’s port of Maputo – and reduce corruption.

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How to identify unethical behaviours and practices

12 October 2024

Unethical conduct carries grave consequences. Procurement professionals must be prepared – and able – to spot the warning signs.

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Procurement as a force for regeneration: lessons from a green pioneer

18 December 2024

Procurement can be a catalyst for environmental change if it embraces a creative mindset and pursues a regenerative business model, says Juliet Davenport.

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How Sainsbury’s procurement team led the way in launching a new EV charging network

22 January 2025

When Sainsbury’s launched an electric vehicle charging network at its supermarkets, it provided added value to customers in an area where UK infrastructure falls short – and procurement drove the whole initiative.

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Benchmarking sustainability in aviation: the NATS story

03 February 2025

With a supply chain responsible for 70% of the company's emissions and a net zero target to hit by 2035, the NATS procurement team is taking the lead on progressing sustainability.

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Be bold: demand fair pay and a living wage for your supply chain

05 March 2025

Organisations that pay a living wage have a happier, more productive and resilient workforce. By asking suppliers to do the same, procurement can drive social mobility throughout the wider supply chain.

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