Supply Chain

As the industry’s source for supply chain compliance, AAFA helps you stay ahead of sustainability and social responsibility matters, chemical management, transportation and logistics, and more.

News

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Oct. 22, 2018

123 Apparel and Footwear Companies Sign New Industry Commitment to Responsible Recruitment

123 apparel and footwear companies signed a new Industry Commitment to Responsible Recruitment, reflecting the industry’s commitment to the fair treatment of workers in the global apparel, footwear, and travel goods supply chain.

Nov. 02, 2018

AAFA Comments on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable Contracting Concerns

AAFA wrote to the Defense Logistics Agency to express concerns regarding the use of Lowest Price Technically Acceptable contracting procedures.

Nov. 02, 2018

AAFA Requests Opportunity to Comment at USITC USMCA Hearing

AAFA requested an opportunity to comment at the U.S. International Trade Commission's November 2018 hearing on the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement.

Nov. 01, 2018

AAFA Sends Follow Up Letters on Labor Rights Concerns in Cambodia

AAFA joined with the Fair Labor Association (FLA) in sending a post delegation letter expressing labor rights concerns in Cambodia.

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Legislative Action Center

Here’s where you’ll find pre-prepared letters and e-mails to send your legislators on the most pressing supply chain issues for our industry today. Urge Congress to support a single national “Made in USA” labeling standard and show your company’s support for the ILO/IFC Better Work Program. Let us help you contact Congress!

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Tools & Research

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Commitment to Responsible Recruitment

Learn about (and take part in) this collaborative industry effort to address potential forced labor risks for migrant workers in the global supply chain.

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Commitment to Responsible Recruitment

Learn about (and take part in) this collaborative industry effort to address potential forced labor risks for migrant workers in the global supply chain.

State-Specific Resources

AAFA provides its members with a collection of ever-growing state-specific information and guidance.

Labeling Frequently Asked Questions

A resource of frequently asked questions about labeling issues and requirements.

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Committees

Environmental Committee Social Responsibility Committee Customs Team Transportation Team Government Relations Committee Labeling Team Government Contracts Committee Footwear Action Committee Legwear Committee Product Safety Council

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Events

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Feb. 7, 2019 08:00 AM 2019 Product Safety & Compliance Seminar Compliance, regulations, and risk management information shared and discussed to help your company comply. TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: In-Person Event LOCATION: Long Beach	2/7/2019 8:00:00 AM

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Nov. 28, 2018 10:00 AM Environmental Committee Fall 2018 Meeting The Committee discusses sustainability issues facing the industry and develops innovative solutions to meet those challenges. Members Only TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: Committee LOCATION: New York	11/28/2018 10:00:00 AM
Nov. 29, 2018 10:00 AM Social Responsibility Committee Fall 2018 Meeting The Committee discusses CSR Issues and develops tools, policies, and best practices to help companies address those challenges. Members Only TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: Committee LOCATION: New York	11/29/2018 10:00:00 AM
Dec. 11, 2018 03:00 PM Government Relations Committee December Conference Call Review the issues of the day and discuss Committee plans over the coming months. Members Only TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Conference Call	12/11/2018 3:00:00 PM
Dec. 19, 2018 Legwear Committee December Conference Call Review the issues of the day and discuss Committee plans over the coming months. Members Only TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Conference Call	12/19/2018 12:00:00 AM
Jan. 15, 2019 03:00 PM Government Relations Committee January Conference Call Review the issues of the day and discuss Committee plans over the coming months. Members Only TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Conference Call	1/15/2019 3:00:00 PM
Feb. 6, 2019 08:30 AM Social Responsibility Committee Winter 2019 Meeting The Committee discusses CSR issues and develops tools, policies, and best practices to help companies address those challenges. Members Only TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Long Beach, CA	2/6/2019 8:30:00 AM

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Request for Comments

Before the government implements changes to various compliance processes, agencies often solicit comments, offering industry opportunities to provide feedback on the impact of proposed rule or process changes. AAFA provides comments on behalf of the industry. We also encourage you to submit comments directly. Here is where we share the requests for comments by agency and by deadline.

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Webinars

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Dec. 6, 2018 02:00 PM Webinar: Product Safety: A Year in Review, and What’s Ahead This webinar will provide a recap of the top product safety issues of 2018 that impacted the industry and forecast what issues the industry may face. TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: Webinar LOCATION: Online	12/6/2018 2:00:00 PM

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