37 About the Group
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IMPACT IN THE VALUE CHAIN New Wave Group influences and manages different parts of the value chain to varying extent . Because of the nature of the operations , our efforts are mainly put on sourcing , production and suppliers in the global supply chain . However , some subsidiaries like Seger and Orrefors Kosta Boda have their own in-house production , where we also have direct influence and greater impact .
OWN PURCHASING OFFICES New Wave Group is never far away from the production . We have our own purchasing offices in charge of sourcing and production . Our offices are located in China , India , Vietnam and Bangladesh , consisting of approximately 200 employees .
China is our biggest country of production . In addition to our main office in Shanghai , where we have been operating since 1992 , we have three minor offices in Qingdao , Xiamen and Nanchang . Our procurement strategy is to purchase directly from our suppliers and to cut intermediaries that could jeopardize our control of the supply chain . Being represented on site enables us to have a close partnership with our suppliers and to actively monitor flow of goods and quality .
purchasing offices in four
4 production countries 200
Approx 200 employees
Great impact |
Subsidaries
- Assortment strategy - Product development - Internal education - Employee development - Information and lobbying - Regular self-monitoring
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In-house production
- Regular self-monitoring - Waste disposal - Choice of energy sources
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Own warehouses and transportation
- Choice of facilities - Waste disposal - Choice of energy sources - Choice of routes - Choice of transportation means and fuel
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Suppliers
- Choice of suppliers - Agreements and terms - Choice of products - Product quality audits - Social and environmental audits
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Transportation providers
- Choice of transportation providers - Requirements on routes , transportation means and fuel - Regular checks and follow-ups
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Limited impact |
Subcontractors
- Agreements and terms with suppliers
- Choice of materials
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Customers
- Communication and marketing - Product offers - Loyalty programs - Dialogue and cooperation with interest groups
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