Progressing Lives through Sustainable Supply Chains and Innovation - with Duncan McAuley
In this episode of The Progressing Lives Everywhere Podcast, we’re joined by Duncan McAuley, Head of Sourcing, Sustainability and Innovation at Bunzl Retail Supplies, to discuss the pressing topic of sustainable supply chains and innovation.
From leadership and talent attraction, to sourcing and monitoring complex supply chains; Natasha Crump and Duncan also discuss the key motivations, innovations and practical steps to take to improve the ethics and sustainability of your supply chain.
Hosted by Natasha Crump, Business Consultant, Board Advisor, Strategic Programme NED and Inclusion Architect, this instalment is the perfect listen for those interested in sustainability and driving innovation in supply chains.
Timestamped guide:
1:06 - Introduction to Duncan
2:15 - Why did you decide to move out of an industry sector you knew so well?
3:09 - Why was setting up a dedicated sustainable venture so important to you?
4:22 - Who has inspired you throughout your career?
5:58 - How do you apply what you saw in other leaders to your own approach when managing your team?
8:28 - What’s your perspective on the growing trend and momentum towards sustainability, and what’s caused that shift?
10:29 - Where do you think a company should start if they want to improve the ethics and sustainable sourcing of their supply chain?
11:45 - Are there any accredited sources you’d recommend to improve a sustainable supply chain?
14: 04 - How important do you think a business sustainability credentials and track of ethical sourcing are too attracting and retaining the best talent?
17:22 - What are some of the most interesting and innovative things you’re seeing when it comes to raw materials?
19:50 - What’s the most exciting innovation the you’ve seen to build back better?
22:09 - How frustrating is it that you know there’s a really good solution but baby steps have to be taken, as humans like to change slowly?
23:10 - What sort of environmental and social enterprise projects have you seen that businesses could support?
26:13 - How can companies monitor a complex supply chain to progress with ethical commitments?
28:50 - What are the key pitfalls that companies should be mindful of and careful to avoid when introducing a sustainable practices in their businesses?
30:18 - What would you tell someone who is looking to progress a goal or ambition in their life?
Resources mentioned
https://www.sedex.com
https://www.preventedoceanplastic.com
Connect with your host, Natasha Crump, https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-crump-140531b2/ on LinkedIn.
Find your guest, Duncan McAuley, https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncanjmcauley/ on LinkedIn.
Thanks for listening to The Progressing Lives Everywhere Podcast, brought to you by Amoria Bond www.amoriabond.com
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