Weekend sourcing-adjacent reading selected by the Global Sources content team. Tips for auditing an ethical supply chain “The rise of conscious consumers has altered how brands compete, and ethical supply chains have become a source of competitive advantage as brands leverage prestigious certifications such as B Corp status to closely align themselves with mindful consumers […]
Virtual reality gaming: VR trends & sourcing opportunities
Gaming continues to be a strong and growing part of the consumer electronics industry, and in the virtual reality (VR) sphere, new opportunities are opening up. Long in something of a rut, VR gaming is gaining traction across the consumer leisure market, with high uptake for products such as the HTC Vive and PlayStation VR. […]
Friday links: iPhone 12 sourcing in India, Kenya’s digital transformation, sustainable clothing, robots (12 March 2021)
Nairobi by night timelapse. (Photo by Yonko Kilasi on Unsplash) Here’s some weekend sourcing-related reading, with stories from diverse parts of Asia and Africa that caught the eyes of the Global Sources team this week. Apple to start making iPhone 12 in India, reducing reliance on China Reports have it that Foxconn, Apple’s manufacturing […]
Friday links: sustainable sourcing, Nintendo Switch, US apparel trends + more (5 March 2021)
The Nintendo Switch continues to post strong numbers. Scroll down for a link to the must-have accessories in 2021. (Public domain image) Some weekend reading on sourcing topics including sustainability, US apparel trends, in-demand Nintendo Switch accessories, and chip shortages. 5 questions to answer when designing a responsible-sourcing strategy Addressing sustainability and environmental […]
Friday links (26 Feb 2021)
Photo: Public domain/Pexels A happy Friday to all our readers! Here are a few links to interesting reading for you to enjoy over the weekend.
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