OPERATIONS
A key area for realizing the benefits of sustainble business practices is in daily operations. This section provides resources to identify areas that can provide opportunities for improvement.
Case Studies and White Papers
Wireless and the Environment
This report explores environmental opportunities and challenges that arise from existing and emerging uses of wireless (licensed spectrum) technology, with a particular focus on the areas of transport, utilities, agriculture, and public services in the U.S. The report was commissioned by CTIA – The Wireless Association® and prepared by BSR.
Supply Chain Report CBSR 2011
This report presents positive motivation is more effective than punitive action in managing a businesses supply chain, and that monitoring progress and working proactively and collaboratively with suppliers can address unsafe working conditions or supply disruptions before they arise
Apple Sustainability Progress Report 2011
Apple raises the transparency stakes in this report which exposes many issues in its supply chain ranging from report auditors being bribed to child labour.
Guide to the Business Case & Benefits of Sustainability Purchasing
This Guide was produced to help organizations understand the triple bottom line benefits (financial, social and environmental) and costs of sustainability purchasing.
VANCOUVER 2010 Buy Smart Case Study
This case study of the Vancouver 2010 sustainable sourcing program, called Buy Smart, provides an overview of the program, its history, benefits, impacts, and lessons learned. It is written for future Games organizers and bid cities, current and future Games sponsors and partners and the purchasing community at large.
