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Supply Chain Risk Management in Europe: Insights From the 2026 Risk & Resilience Study

Supply chain risk is becoming more complex as regulatory, environmental, social, and operational pressures converge. Our Global Supply Chain Risk & Resilience Study 2026 shows that these risks are already having significant business consequences across Europe, highlighting the need to move beyond compliance toward more integrated, proactive, and resilient risk management.

September 24, 2026

September 9, 2026

EUDR for SMEs: Requirements, Deadlines & 7-Step Compliance Guide

For micro, small and medium-sized companies (SMEs) preparing for the EUDR, the first priority is to understand which requirements actually apply. Company size, product scope and the company's role in the supply chain determine the applicable deadline and whether full due diligence, a simplified declaration or primarily record-keeping obligations apply. Keep in mind: for medium-sized companies, the EUDR applies from December 30, 2026, whereas micro and small enterprises must comply from June 30, 2027.

August 18, 2026

Supply Chain Resilience: What It Is and How to Build a Resilient Supply Chain

Supply chain resilience has become a critical business capability in an increasingly volatile world. From geopolitical tensions and climate-related disruptions to evolving regulatory requirements, companies face growing pressure to anticipate risks and maintain continuity. This article explores what supply chain resilience means, why it matters, and which strategies can help organizations strengthen resilience across complex supplier networks.

August 7, 2026

CMRT: A Practical Guide to the Conflict Minerals Reporting Template

The Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT) may look like a spreadsheet, but completing it reliably requires coordinated product, supplier and smelter data. This guide explains what the CMRT is, which version to use in 2026 and how it relates to the Extended Minerals Reporting Template, or EMRT, as companies expand responsible minerals due diligence beyond 3TG.

July 22, 2026

PPWR Compliance FAQ: Answers to the Most Important Questions

The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) introduces far-reaching packaging compliance requirements for companies placing packaged products on the European market. From new documentation obligations and substance restrictions to importer responsibilities and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), businesses must prepare now to ensure compliance. This article answers the most frequently asked questions and outlines the key steps companies should take.

July 17, 2026

From Climate Targets to Impact: How AI Can Help Make Supply Chain Sustainability Actionable

At IntegrityNext Innovation Day London, one theme came through clearly: the next phase of supply chain sustainability will not be defined by who collects the most data. It will be defined by who can turn that data into better decisions, stronger supplier engagement, and measurable impact.

July 14, 2026

ECHA PFAS Consultation 2026: What Businesses Need to Know

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has published initial insights from its 2026 socio-economic consultation on the proposed EU restriction of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under REACH. For businesses, the ECHA PFAS consultation offers an important view into industry concerns, the availability of PFAS alternatives, possible derogations, and the implementation challenges likely to shape the final restriction. One message is already clear: companies should start preparing for PFAS compliance now.