For Manufacturers/ Producers
Why wage digitization can help drive inclusion in the garment sector
As the transition from cash to digital financial services accelerates around the world, greater understanding is developing on how to manage this shift, what is needed to deliver impact, and the importance of increased collaboration across private and public sectors.
Ella Moffat
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April 26, 2022
Productivity and decent work: A workers' manual
This innovative new manual aims to guide worker-oriented training in the garment sector. It shows how worker engagement in productivity improvements can support decent work through enhanced social dialogue, stronger labour compliance, and improved working conditions. Published...
Decent Work in Garment Supply Chains Asia (ILO)
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August 05, 2022
Women entrepreneurs leading the way: Promoting a circular economy and more sustainable practices in the garment sector
The report outlines four women leaders in Asia’s garment and textile sector who are making positive contributions to sector-specific challenges related to gender equality, environmental sustainability and industry recovery from COVID-19. The entrepreneurs share their personal and...
Decent Work in Garment Supply Chains Asia (ILO)
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August 08, 2022
Opportunities for a Just Transition to environmental sustainability and COVID-19 recovery in the textile and garment sector in Asia
A Just Transition for the garment industry in Asia is critical as the sector seeks to recover from the impacts of COVID-19. This report examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the textile and garment sector, specifically the employment and enterprise impacts, and...
Decent Work in Garment Supply Chains Asia (ILO)
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August 08, 2022
Asia still ‘garment factory of the world’ yet faces numerous challenges as industry evolves
A new report from the International Labour Organization (ILO) highlights trends in employment, wages and productivity the Asian garment, footwear and textiles industry.
Decent Work in Garment Supply Chains Asia (ILO)
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August 08, 2022
Looking for guidance on how to address gender-based violence and harassment in the garment and textile sector?
Clear procedures with strong messages from leadership can help reduce harassment and make workers feel safer.
Better Factories Cambodia
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November 22, 2021
Deep Dive: “Better” Design, Development, and Calendar Management
A deep dive into the financial, social and environmental impacts on suppliers in global supply chains of design, development and calendar management practices on the part of buyers, with recommendations for buyers on how to improve.
Better Buying Institute
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August 10, 2021
Better Buying Institute and Ulula joint report on Assessing Purchasing Practices Impacts on Suppliers and Workers
A report on a joint piece of research aimed at understanding the purchasing practices experienced by suppliers during COVID-19 and how these positively or negatively impacted workers’ rights and wellbeing, within the context of one buyer’s supply chain in Vietnam.
Better Buying Institute
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August 10, 2021
Spotlight on Hardgoods: Highlights from the Better BuyingTM Purchasing Practices Index
In this spotlight report, Better BuyingTM shares findings from the 234 verified hardgoods ratings received during the latest ratings cycle in Q4 2019 and how they compare to the 873 softgoods ratings received during the same period.
Better Buying Institute
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August 10, 2021
Payment and Terms and the Need for New Practices
The second in a series of reports detailing the impacts of COVID-19 and exploring solutions for recovery. In this report, we share findings from recent global supplier surveys about the current payment and terms landscape, the impact of these practices on suppliers and workers,...
Better Buying Institute
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August 10, 2021
Guidelines for “Better” Purchasing Practices Amidst the Coronavirus Crisis and Recovery
These guidelines for companies look at short-term actions for immediate and wide adoption within the industry, as well as longer-term, forward looking actions and new ways of working during the Coronavirus recovery period.
Better Buying Institute
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August 10, 2021
Countdown to October 1st: launch of the Better Buying Partnership Index
On October 1st, the Better Buying Institute will launch its Partnership Index, a versatile new tool enabling buyers and retailers to take a rapid temperature check of their supplier relationships across multiple industries, regions and tiers.
Better Buying Institute
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September 17, 2021
Early analysis by Better Buying Institute indicates stronger pandemic resilience among subscriber garment brands
Garment brands and retailers who were already engaged with Better Buying when Covid-19 struck continued to improve some areas of their purchasing practices and treatment of suppliers throughout the pandemic, according to early analysis of this year’s supplier ratings.
Better Buying Institute
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September 17, 2021
Suppliers and manufacturers are invited to complete the Sustainable Terms of Trade Initiative (STTI) Baseline Survey
Suppliers and manufacturers in the garment industry are invited to complete the STTI Baseline Survey, open until 7th January, and available in both English and Chinese. The survey asks manufacturers to rate their buyers' adherence to commercial compliance, which STTI defines as...
Better Buying Institute
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December 16, 2021
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Better Buying Institute: The Five Principles of Responsible Purchasing E-Learning Course
An introduction to Better Buying Institute's new E-Learning Course for brands and retailers, The Five Principles of Responsible Purchasing. Developed with leading brands, and suitable for everyone in a brand or retailer company, as well as a wide range of professionals and groups...
Better Buying Institute
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February 10, 2022
Better Buying Partnership Report 2022
Better Buying Institute
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February 22, 2022
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How to Submit a Supplier Rating on the Better Buying Platform: Tutorial Video
Are you a supplier or manufacturer, looking to rate your customers' purchasing practices but not sure how? Check out this simple video which guides you through every stage of the process.
Better Buying Institute
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April 08, 2022
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How to Submit a Supplier Rating to the Better Buying Platform - Tutorial (Chinese Version)
Are you a supplier or manufacturer who wants to participate in the Better Buying ratings cycle, but is looking for more information on how to submit a rating? This quick video tutorial guides you through every stage of the process, so you can start rating straight away.
Better Buying Institute
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April 08, 2022
Living Wages: Time for an Annual Health Check?
We've been talking about living wages for workers in the apparel industry for many years- what needs to be done to make progress on paying them?
Better Buying Institute
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April 26, 2022
"Improving purchasing practices isn’t greenwashing. It makes sound business sense. And the risks of not doing it are existential"
Post-Covid survival and climate change for the global fashion industry hang on its willingness to abandon the colonial mindset and welcome suppliers to the decision table as equals - A blog post by Dr. Marsha Dickson, President and Co-Founder of Better Buying Institute.
Better Buying Institute
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June 14, 2022