Impact of ready-made garments (RMG) industries and sustainability: Perspective of the pandemic period in developing country

Islam, Tarekul; Halim, Md. Abdul

doi:10.1016/j.clet.2022.100567

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“…Implementing recycling programs for textile waste and exploring opportunities for upcycling to extend the lifecycle of products. Incorporating principles of circular design, such as using recyclable materials and designing products for easy disassembly and recycling (Islam, & Abdul Halim, 2022). Ensuring fair wages, reasonable working hours, and safe working conditions for all employees.…”

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Sustainability Trends in Textile and Clothing Industry of Bangladesh Before and Post Pandemic Era

Sadika,

Zhonghua

2024

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The textile and clothing industry of Bangladesh, a vital player in the global supply chain, has undergone a transformative phase accentuated by the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. As the industry adapts to the "new normal," sustainability has emerged as a central theme, reshaping the trajectory of business operations and strategies. This abstract explores key sustainability trends influencing the textile and clothing sector in Bangladesh amid the post-pandemic era. The analysis encompasses environmental, social, and economic dimensions, shedding light on the industry's commitment to responsible practices. The post-pandemic era has accentuated the significance of social responsibility and ethical labor practices within the textile and clothing industry. The disruptions caused by the pandemic have prompted a reevaluation of sustainable textile trends. It emphasizes the need for regulatory frameworks that incentivize sustainable practices, enforce environmental standards, and ensure fair labor conditions. The abstract highlights the collaboration between the government, industry stakeholders, international organizations to foster a conducive environment for sustainable growth. In this abstract a comprehensive overview of the sustainability trends shaping the textile and clothing industry in Bangladesh post-pandemic. It underscores the industry's commitment to responsible practices, outlines key areas of development, and proposes a roadmap for a more sustainable and resilient future.

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“…Environmental, social, and economic problems are all included in the "triple bottom line" (TBL) concept. Key sustainability issues, such as financial accountability, legal duty, moral obligation, and charitable responsibility, are outlined in the Carroll Pyramid (Islam, & Abdul Halim, 2022).…”

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Sustainability Trends in Textile and Clothing Industry of Bangladesh Before and Post Pandemic Era

Sadika,

Zhonghua

2024

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“…Although this sector is the highest contributor to Bangladesh's export earnings (Islam, 2021) and helps to enhance the living standards of the population, the sector is also known for its chemical usage in dying, inefficient transportation systems, defective production and waste disposal that contaminates the environment (Eryuruk, 2012). Amid these environmental costs, the globalisation of the garments supply chain has benefited the customers in developed countries by allowing them to purchase products at low prices (Islam and Halim, 2022). Notably, the garment and textile industry's supply network is extremely difficult to sustain because of its long and complex supply chain coupled with customer pressure for cheap costs and fast lead times.…”

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Effects of Internet of Things, supply chain collaboration and ethical sensitivity on sustainable performance: moderating effect of supply chain dynamism

Billah

Alam

Masukujjaman

et al. 2023

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PurposeThe survival and growth of the ready-made garments (RMGs) sectors in Bangladesh depend on sustainable supply chain performance (SSCP). The purpose of this study is to analyse the effects of Internet of Things (IoT), supply chain collaboration and ethical sensitivity on SSCP. Also, supply chain dynamism was tested as a moderator.Design/methodology/approachThe framework of this study has been developed to enrich the understanding of technology usage in the supply chain. In developing the framework, previous studies in the supply chain context were considered. The model was tested by using data collected from 290 executives that were employed by different RMG companies in Bangladesh. This study used a 29-item structured questionnaire measured on a 6-point Likert scale to collect the data. Covariance-based structural equation modelling (SEM) was utilised to test the data.FindingsThe results showed that there were statistically significant and positive relationships between IoT and supply chain collaboration, social performance, economic performance and environmental performance. Ethical sensitivity also influenced social and economic performance. Supply chain collaboration was found to be related to social, economic and environmental performance. However, no link was found between ethical sensitivity and environmental performance. The result also showed that supply chain dynamism acted as a moderator.Research limitations/implicationsBy considering theories and interpreting the results, this study provides some theoretical and practical implications which will enhance the SSCP. The results can also facilitate strategic planning by companies.Originality/valueThis research has identified and analysed the effect of IoT on SSCP in the RMGs industry in Bangladesh where this industry serves as the main economic contributor.

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“…In the last 40 years, the ready-made garment (RMG) sector has been contributing as one of the most important driving forces behind Bangladesh’s economic development, for which the country has turned out as the second-largest exporter of garment products globally [ 1 ]. The recent nature of development and urbanization has forced women to join the workforce in the formal sector but retaining with their domestic (cleaning, cooking, washing, taking care of children and elderly etc.…”

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Nutritional status of under-five aged children of ready-made garment workers in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study

Haque

Rafi²,

Zaman³

et al. 2023

PLoS ONE

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Background The ready-made garment (RMG) sector is a significant contributor to the economic growth of Bangladesh, accounting for 10% of the country’s GDP and more than 80% of its foreign exchange earnings. The workforce in this sector is predominantly made up of women, with 2.5 million women working in the industry. However, these women face numerous challenges in carrying out their culturally-expected household responsibilities, including childcare, due to severe resource constraints. As a result, the children of these working women have a higher incidence of malnutrition, particularly stunted growth. This study aims to identify the factors that contribute to stunting in children under the age of five whose mothers work in the RMG sector in Bangladesh. Methods The study collected data from 267 female RMG workers in the Gazipur district of Bangladesh using a simple random sampling technique. Chi-square tests were used to determine the associations between the factors influencing child stunting, and Multinomial Logit Models were used to estimate the prevalence of these factors. Results The study found that the prevalence of moderate and severe stunting among the children of RMG workers living in the Gazipur RMG hub was 19% and 20%, respectively. The study identified several significant predictors of child stunting, including the mother’s education level, nutritional knowledge, control over resources, receipt of antenatal care, household size, sanitation facilities, and childbirth weight. The study found that improving the mother’s education level, increasing household size, and receiving antenatal care during pregnancy were important factors in reducing the likelihood of child stunting. For example, if a mother’s education level increased from no education to primary or secondary level, the child would be 0.211 (0.071–0.627) and 0.384 (0.138–1.065) times more likely to have a normal weight and height, respectively, than to be moderately stunted. Conclusion The study highlights the challenges faced by working women in the RMG sector, who often receive minimal wages and have limited access to antenatal care services. To address these challenges, the study recommends policies that support antenatal care for working-class mothers, provide daycare facilities for their children, and implement a comprehensive social safety net program that targets child nutrition. Improving the socioeconomic status of mothers is also critical to reducing child malnutrition in this population.

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Impact of ready-made garments (RMG) industries and sustainability: Perspective of the pandemic period in developing country

Cited by 14 publications

References 15 publications

Sustainability Trends in Textile and Clothing Industry of Bangladesh Before and Post Pandemic Era

Sustainability Trends in Textile and Clothing Industry of Bangladesh Before and Post Pandemic Era

Effects of Internet of Things, supply chain collaboration and ethical sensitivity on sustainable performance: moderating effect of supply chain dynamism

Nutritional status of under-five aged children of ready-made garment workers in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study

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