Responsible sourcing and use of raw materials: Bosideng utilizes innovative inventory management for greater sustainability

The Global Inventory Management System (GIMS) is an advanced platform that integrates seamlessly with the company's existing systems, including the Purchase Order System (POS) and the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This integration enables Bosideng to efficiently monitor the entire procurement and utilization progress of raw materials, while minimizing unnecessary warehousing and wasting resources. The system is specifically tailored to the company's needs and supports efficient, resource-saving production planning.

A central component of GIMS is real-time stock tracking. By accurately and continuously monitoring the stock status of every raw material – from fabrics to trimmings – the system facilitates optimal inventory management and ensures that materials are available on time, without the need for excessive warehousing. This feature not only helps to reduce costs, but also to reduce waste and resource consumption, which is crucial in terms of sustainability.

GIMS includes a comprehensive directory of all supplier information, providing a detailed and transparent view of the entire supply chain. This transparency is crucial for upholding ethical and environmental standards throughout the supply chain. Quality assurance is further strengthened by linking GIMS to raw materials quality test reports and results. The system makes it possible to verify the suitability of raw materials for production and ensures that only high-quality materials are used, promoting a consistent standard of quality in production. Fabrics and trims are also subjected to the same rigorous monitoring. This comprehensive coverage enables the company to track all relevant materials in the supply chain in real time and to efficiently manage their use, whether they are fabrics, trimmings, or other production elements.

By exceeding national standards, Bosideng is not only improving the quality and safety of its products, but also demonstrating its commitment to customer satisfaction and excellence in the marketplace. “For Bosideng, investing in supply chain transparency and traceability is not only a strategic business decision that can enhance our overall sustainability performance, including increased consumer trust, improved risk management, better quality control, and a stronger brand image, but also a moral obligation,” explains Bosideng.

A particularly important focus for the company is the responsible handling of down – a key material in the production of outdoor clothing. By setting standards that are stricter than national requirements and demonstrating a clear commitment to animal welfare, Bosideng ensures that all raw materials used meet the highest standards of quality and ethics.

These standards include three main categories: customer-oriented key guidelines, national standard requirements, and safety indicators. The goal of these comprehensive guidelines is to ensure the quality and sustainability of the product from the outset.

A key component of Bosideng's down quality control is the utilization of the SAP system to inspect each batch of down jackets before they are stored. Before storage, each batch is checked and tested for quality by qualified laboratory personnel. This double safeguard ensures that only down of the highest quality and with the required certificates enters the production process, thereby enhancing both product safety and brand integrity.

Animal welfare is a central component of responsible procurement practices at Bosideng. The company prefers suppliers that are certified according to the Responsible Down Standard (RDS) – a globally recognized certification program that ensures that the down is obtained under ethical and animal-friendly conditions. Bosideng is actively committed to continuously increasing the RDS certification rates in order to further promote animal welfare and increase transparency in the supply chain.

“Responsibly sourced down is an indispensable part of our sustainability strategy. We are proud that 100 percent of the down raw materials we source are RDS-certified and 75 percent of them are OEKO-TEX®-certified. In addition, we source 58 percent of our down from suppliers that are also bluesign® certified,” explains Bosideng. These certifications not only ensure the ethical sourcing of down but also guarantee compliance with strict environmental and health standards.

In addition to down, Bosideng also has a clear strategy for the responsible sourcing of other materials such as cotton and leather. The company has introduced a comprehensive policy to ensure that these raw materials are also procured ethically and sustainably. Bosideng is committed to continuously monitoring its entire supply chain for environmental and social responsibility.