Why Ethical Trading Is Now a Core Requirement In Manufacturing
In the current manufacturing landscape, ethical trading is a fundamental requirement. For procurement teams, selecting a manufacturing partner is about far more than cost, capacity, and lead times. Increasingly, it comes down to trust, transparency, and proven responsibility. As scrutiny around supply chains intensifies, ethical trading has become a key factor in how manufacturers are […]
Microbial Contamination: What a Major Wipes Recall Can Teach Us About Preservative Resistance and Packaging Hygiene
When a leading global skincare brand recently recalled its make-up remover wipes in the US after detecting possible microbial contamination, it reminded the entire personal care industry that even the biggest names can face challenges with packaging hygiene and preservative performance. The incident, which centred on the presence of Pluralibacter Gergoviae – a bacterium known […]