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Framework proposal for CSDD measures : A study on an Electronic Manufacturing Service (EMS) company

This study aims to identify due diligence measures for implementing CSDDD in supply chaindepartments. It provides insights for implementing CSDDD in EMS company's supply chain, informingindustry practices and policies. The research question leads: What due diligence measures can an EMS company implement to increase its CSDD topotentially meet the requirements of CSDDD? This research has taken a qualitative approach by conducting a single case study. Data was collected through interviews with strategic purchasers and a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) of the case company to uncover what due diligence measures are needed data was collected. Additionally, document collection was gathered to triangulate data. The data was then analyzed through thematic analysis to belinked to the collected theory from a literature research. The analysis emphasizes essential actions for EMS company’s to enhance their CSDD within supply chain departments, in line with CSDDD. These actions include establishing clear guidelines with suppliers, such as Supplier Codes of Conduct (SCoCs), and conducting regular audits to ensure compliance. Despite challenges like inconsistent SCoC adoption and infrequent audits, recommendations involve improving supplier evaluations and integrating scores based on sustainability into riskassessments. Overcoming managerial hurdles necessitates dedicating resources to sustainability effortsand continually refining processes. Effective collaboration among stakeholders, ongoing enhancement, and empowering employees is vital for meeting CSDDD requirements successfully.

Identiferoai:union.ndltd.org:UPSALLA1/oai:DiVA.org:mdh-67627
Date January 2024
CreatorsKhan, Alina, Taric, Selma
PublisherMälardalens universitet, Akademin för innovation, design och teknik
Source SetsDiVA Archive at Upsalla University
LanguageEnglish
Detected LanguageEnglish
TypeStudent thesis, info:eu-repo/semantics/bachelorThesis, text
Formatapplication/pdf
Rightsinfo:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess

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