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Redefining Product Information for a Sustainable Future: The Digital Evolution
In an era where sustainability and digital innovation intersect, the European Commission’s strategy on “Advanced Materials for Industrial Leadership” outlines a transformative path for manufacturing and product information. This document underscores the strategic imperative of decommoditizing product information, advocating for a nuanced approach where product data becomes a strategic asset. It emphasizes the urgent need…
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Unlocking transparency and sustainability through Digital Product Passports: Our perspective
In an era where sustainability is no longer a choice but a necessity, Digital Product Passports (DPPs) are emerging as a pivotal tool for companies committed to showcasing the sustainability credentials of their products. This innovative approach, which encompasses a wide range of products from batteries and textiles to furniture and cosmetics, is revolutionizing how…
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Compliance and the digital product twin
In January 2024, California witnessed a staggering 510 cases leading to 60-day Notices of Violation under Proposition 65. This regulation, aimed at safeguarding the public from harmful chemicals, has spotlighted a massive compliance opportunity for vendors. The violations spanned across various categories, with significant notices for lead, phthalates, and other chemicals in products ranging from…
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Lanell support Thomas H. Lee (THL) in their growth investment in inriver
Congratulations to Thomas H. Lee Partners (THL) for their investment in inriver – and congratulations to Verdane for continuing their journey with inriver. It has been a pleasure working with Gazal Sikand, Jeff Swenson, Jesse Searby, Tabish Valliani, Rohan Angle, Ben Y., Sarah Spotts, MBA, Cliff Longley and the entire THL team assisting them with…
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What companies need to know about the Corporate Sustainable Reporting Directive (CSRD)
As an expert member of the Danish Regulatory Foum I can testify that the number of regulatory initiatives which are also requiring non-financial disclosure is growing rapidly. A recent report shows that between 2013 and 2018, there has been a 72% increase in the number of recorded regulations. Especially in the past years, this trend…
