Supply Chain Sustainability Circular Economy

Building Sustainable Warehouses for a Greener Supply Chain

As climate change continues to adversely affect everything from weather patterns to the world economy, companies are doing more than ever to implement environmentally sustainable business practices. For companies in…
Creating Sustainable Supply Chains

Consumers are demanding ever more quantities of delivered goods, increasing the pressure on global supply chains. Managing business logistics has become even more complex as more warehouses are built and shipping companies compete furiously…
Green Logistics for a Greener Planet

With global warming concerns intensifying, the role of businesses in fighting climate change has become even more critical. As many successful companies continue to expand so too does their impact…
Planting Trees to Fight Climate Change

America’s National Forest System spans 193 million acres and provides immeasurable benefits to our country. Our forests sustain more than 3,000 species of wildlife and 10,000 species of plants. More…
What Does it Mean to Have a Sustainable Supply Chain?

Wikipedia defines supply chain sustainability as “a business issue affecting an organization supply chain or logistics network in terms of environmental, risk and waste costs.” It is increasingly seen by…
Helpful Ways to Recycle at Work and Home

At iGPS, environmental sustainability is a key component of our business model. In honor of Global Recycling Day on March 18th, we surveyed iGPS team members to learn more about…
The Impact of Reusable Packaging and Shipping Platforms

By now, most of us are accustomed to the habit of dropping a plastic water bottle or food container into a recycling bin instead of a trash can. But as…
Building a Cradle-to-Cradle Supply Chain

The cradle-to-cradle supply chain is a relatively new idea that builds upon the circular business model. When executed correctly, this strategy makes an entire network more sustainable while improving resource…
Reverse Logistics and Sustainability: Reducing Waste in the Supply Chain

Reverse logistics, or aftermarket logistics, describes an integral part of supply chain operations where materials and products must return to their point of origin for proper disposal or value recapturing.…
How to Lower Your Warehouse Carbon Emissions

As businesses introduce sustainable practices across their supply chains, operations managers have located a key pain point: carbon emission reductions. Logistics operations—including warehousing—contribute significantly to a business’s carbon footprint that…