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Image via Flickr by Atomic Taco UPS, and to a smaller degree FedEx, have fallen under fire by both consumers and retailers for failing to meet Christmas delivery deadlines. However, they were in fact victims of a perfect storm of problems that made on time deliveries impossible. According to industry sources, retailers and the weather conditions…
Image via Flickr by Bernt Rostad The primary reason that the Arctic has remained largely undeveloped is the difficulty of transportation and logistics in such harsh climates. Current aircraft require large runways, ground crews, and other infrastructures that are difficult or impossible to build and maintain upon constantly changing beds of ice and snow. But…
Image via Flickr by cuttlefish The apparel industry is under fire for their hazardous use of chemicals during the manufacturing process. In July, 2011, Greenpeace International launched the Detox campaign “to expose the direct links between global clothing brands, their suppliers and toxic water pollution around the world.” Along with a global network of consumers,…
Image via Flickr slgckgc Forced labor is a serious problem around the world, but many companies have begun to stand up for human rights by boycotting all forced labor goods. KitKat recently announced its participation in ethical procurement. Take a look at how this chocolate brand is getting involved.Oops! You don’t have permission to view…
One of the biggest reasons more farmers do not grow food organically is that they don’t have the resources to implement organic practices. Costco knows that its Image via Flickr jeepersmedia customers want organic food, so the company has developed a program to help its suppliers buy equipment and land to organically grow food. Costco…
Image via Flickr by Stephane <3 The highly anticipated relationship between GT Advanced Technologies Inc. — a sapphire glass manufacturer and supplier — and Apple Inc. took a surprising turn this week.Oops! You don’t have permission to view this page! Make sure you’re logged in and try again, or contact support.