STTI, the first manufacturer-driven initiative on purchasing practices, celebrated its10th working group meeting in Guangdong, China, in November 2023. What began as a response to COVID challenges has evolved into a lasting commitment to responsible purchasing practices worldwide.
Chaired by STTI Member China National Textile and Apparel Council (CNTAC), STTI discussed individual responses to current pressures, such as energy prices, inflation, and high material costs, reconfirming their commitment to pushing for systemic change as a group. In the first physical meeting of the 3rd phase of STTI’s development, members shared their constructive opinions on several key workstreams including grievance, governance, MSI/brand collaboration and communication.
A persistent challenge is the lack of accountability concerning commitments to better purchasing practices. STTI thus adds trust-building and transparency with the sector on purchasing practices commitments to our list of priorities for the near future.
Another priority addresses changes in the legislative landscape. The group remains alert to policy shifts that acknowledge responsible purchasing practices as a key element of due diligence, ultimately allowing manufacturers to run socially, environmentally and economically sustainable businesses. STTI thus decided to meet at the OECD Garment and Textile Forum in late February 2024, seeking exchange with policymakers, buyers and other stakeholders.
STTI remains committed to its objective, echoing the words of STTI Member and IAF President Cem Altan: "Manufacturers can’t act green when in the red." |
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