What system does Timberland use to monitor working conditions at contract manufacturers/suppliers?
We expect all manufacturers and suppliers of Timberland® product, including subcontractors, to abide by our Code of Conduct. We make it an integral part of our agreements, including agreements where Timberland is not directly sourcing from the vendor (i.e., sourcing that occurs via licensees, and distributors). Manufacturers and contracted suppliers of core products/components are assessed prior to the start of Timberland production and annually thereafter throughout the life of the sourcing contract. Following the assessment, training programs and additional guidance, support, and assistance is provided to the factories as needed. 4. Why hasn’t Timberland joined any organisations, such as the Fair Labor Association (FLA), SA8000, Worldwide Responsible Apparel Producers (WRAP) or the Worker Rights Consortium, set up to prevent sweatshop conditions and worker exploitation? We believe industry collaboration is essential to realizing sustainable change in workplaces around the globe. Thro
