A large part of the Calzedonia Group supply chain is made up of companies that are part of the Group, which we manage directly and entirely. Although we are well aware that there is room for improvement, we’re proud of the social, environmental and manufacturing results we are able to achieve daily.
Information relating to the management of these companies can be found in the ‘Our manufacturing facilities’ and ‘Our people’ sections.
In this section, however, we will summarize the way we manage the purchase from third-party suppliers of raw materials, finished goods, and ‘non-core’ materials (i.e. those not directly linked to the production of the garments we sell in our shops).
The purchase process in a group that produces widely-consumed products and which wants to keep costs low for the end consumer involves various obstacles:
The way down this path is not always easy, as a series of incidents which have impacted other important groups has demonstrated, and it is important to fully verify the production chain.
It isn’t always feasible to be absolutely sure that things are done in the best way possible, which is why we need everyone's commitment so that, in-line with their business model, the key players in the market and the production and distribution chain can head down a path of continuous gradual improvement.
We have started this journey and intend to pursue it decisively and transparently. This is how we, to date, handle our purchases and the improvements we intend to make.
Commitment by all players to do things in the best possible way
Careful selection of suppliers and raw materials in compliance with specific requirements.
Lasting, safe furnishings and environments thanks to certified suppliers.
Material safety: our priority
Textile clothing products are items that consumers come into contact with daily, a sort of second skin.
Our specifications consider three main risk types: chemical, mechanical and physical.
Additional initiatives to continue to evolve
In addition to the commitments stated in the "Production Facilities" section, the Group has also set some important objectives regarding suppliers and the use of materials:
We intend to report periodically to our stakeholders on the progress made in various industries.
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