About the Book
The landscape of global supply chain management has reached a critical inflection point, transitioning rapidly from voluntary corporate social responsibility to enforced compliance and non-negotiable buyer mandates. Organizations worldwide now face intense scrutiny and legal obligations to eradicate forced labor and modern slavery from their operations. Navigating this complex environment requires not just awareness, but a robust, actionable strategy. This imperative demands a practical guide that equips professionals with the exact tools and frameworks needed for effective implementation.
This indispensable workbook moves beyond theoretical discussions, offering comprehensive, step-by-step guidance for building and maintaining an ethical supply chain. It provides a practical glossary of essential compliance terms and illuminates where forced labor risks typically hide, from hidden subcontracting to deceptive labor broker practices. Professionals will discover how to design a robust compliance program, map their entire supply chain well beyond the first tier, and implement practical risk scoring models to prioritize actions effectively. The text demystifies traceability, chain-of-custody, and the creation of audit-ready documentation.
The book delves into audit strategies that genuinely work, moving beyond simple checklists to incorporate worker voice and unannounced checks, followed by expert advice on mastering corrective action and remediation that prioritizes worker outcomes. It also addresses the critical framework for responsible disengagement when necessary. Specialized guidance for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) outlines a “minimum viable compliance” playbook for rapid implementation, while sector-specific case studies in apparel, agriculture, electronics, and minerals provide invaluable insights into real-world challenges and solutions.
Finally, this resource offers a consolidated toolkit replete with checklists, templates, and frameworks for immediate application—including supplier questionnaires, risk scoring rubrics, audit plans, and incident response playbooks. It guides professionals in credible reporting and public disclosures, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This essential resource empowers supply chain professionals, due diligence practitioners, and trade compliance experts to construct resilient, ethical, and fully compliant global supply chains that stand up to scrutiny.
