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5 August 2026: A turning point for supply chain due diligence in China?

SUMMARY: China’s decision to place the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), Verité and four other due diligence and traceability organisations under its counter-sanctions regime creates uncertainty for companies conducting supply chain d...

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WEBINAR – EUBR update: Guidelines, Notified Bodies and implementation

Overview: As EUBR implementation accelerates, companies face growing pressure to move from interpretation to action. However, amid ongoing regulatory uncertainty, knowing what to prioritise and how conformance will be assessed are common co...

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Kumi Foundation signs partnership to support children in the DRC

For responsible sourcing teams and investors seeking community impact in the DRC through education and child safeguarding initiatives.

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ESG Waypoint: A smarter starting point for responsible supply chain due diligence

For sustainability and procurement teams needing ESG Waypoint supply chain risk mapping to identify and prioritise global sourcing risks quickly.

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When to walk away: A practical guide to responsible disengagement

Guidance for procurement and sustainability leaders on responsible disengagement from supplier relationships while reducing harm and managing risk.

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False comfort? Why you may need to re-visit your due diligence approach

Guidance for battery, automotive and procurement teams on fixing due diligence gaps and meeting EU Batteries Regulation rules.

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Why your Grievance Mechanism (probably) doesn’t work. And how to fix it.

Guidance for sustainability and compliance teams on fixing grievance mechanisms that fail to capture or resolve workplace concerns.

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Which mining assurance is best for compliance teams: CMSI or IRMA?

Guidance for mining sustainability teams comparing CMSI and IRMA assurance models, governance approaches and compliance pathways.

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WEBINAR: Navigating the EU Batteries Regulation: Implications for US companies (With Ropes & Gray)

The EU Batteries Regulation (EUBR) introduces the most comprehensive supply chain due diligence requirements seen in EU product legislation to date, with important implications for many US companies. These requirements exist in a context th...

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WEBINAR: Mastering risk-based due diligence in global supply chains

With this Kumi practitioner series on risk-based due diligence in global supply chains you will gain valuable insights and practical knowledge to enhance your supply chain management practices.

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EU Batteries Regulation update: Two-year delay proposed, but no time to pause

Guidance for battery supply chain and sustainability teams on EU Batteries Regulation delays, due diligence obligations and 2027 compliance requirements.

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All aboard the Omnibus: why focusing on the destination, not the journey, is the best approach for business.

The European Commission’s Omnibus simplification package was introduced on 26 February 2025, but for businesses, it may have caused more uncertainty, not less. The proposal includes three of the EU’s sustainability regulations; the...