This week we look at two questions. The first one is: what do suppliers think consumers can/should do to shop more responsibly? And the second one is: if life as a garment factory owner is so tough, do people remain in the business? Why not quit?

What are things like for suppliers now 6 months after all the order cancellations? Have things gotten better, or worse?

Why do suppliers subcontract?

How have payment terms evolved over the years and what do suppliers consider as “favorable/good” payment terms, i.e. that give them financial security.?

If social compliance audits don’t work, why do brands keep finding compliance issues and what else should they do?