This thesis explores the role of sustainability in the Italian sports manufacturing industry, focusing on how companies integrate environmental, social, and economic sustainability into their operations. While the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies like IoT, AI, Blockchain, and Additive Manufacturing is discussed, the primary focus is on the broader principles of sustainability. The study emphasizes the growing importance of sustainability due to regulatory pressures and consumer demand for responsible products. The research analyses direct and indirect emissions from various supply chain stages, such as production transportation, retail, suppliers, and logistics providers, which are often overlooked in traditional sustainability assessments but are essential for understanding a company's full environmental impact. Six major Italian companies—Dainese, Technogym, Oberalp Group, Tecnica Group, Diadora, and La Sportiva—are examined through their sustainability reports, revealing gaps in their sustainability measures, especially concerning supply chain emissions. A key finding is that companies tend to have a narrow view, primarily measuring and reporting environmental impacts within their direct operations. However, true progress towards sustainability requires active and transparent collaboration across the entire supply chain. The study also highlights the importance of considering the entire product lifecycle, from the sourcing of raw materials to end-of-life recycling. The thesis concludes that integrating sustainability into the entire supply chain, supported by Industry 4.0 technologies, is critical for long-term success. These technologies enable companies to track sustainability goals and improve performance across their value chains. Ultimately, sustainability is not just a corporate responsibility but a competitive advantage for future success. Companies that prioritize sustainability in all areas will be better equipped to address global challenges and meet evolving consumer expectations.
Questa tesi esplora il ruolo della sostenibilità nell'industria manifatturiera sportiva italiana, concentrandosi su come le aziende integrano i principi di sostenibilità ambientale, sociale ed economica nelle loro operazioni. Sebbene l'adozione delle tecnologie dell'Industria 4.0 come IoT, AI, Blockchain e Additive Manufacturing venga discussa, l'attenzione principale è rivolta ai principi più ampi della sostenibilità. Lo studio sottolinea l'importanza crescente della sostenibilità a causa delle pressioni normative e della domanda dei consumatori di prodotti responsabili. La ricerca analizza le emissioni dirette e indirette provenienti da varie fasi della supply chain, come produzione, trasporto, vendita al dettaglio, fornitori e fornitori di logistica, che vengono spesso trascurate nelle valutazioni tradizionali della sostenibilità, ma che sono essenziali per comprendere l'intero impatto ambientale di un'azienda. Sei grandi aziende italiane—Dainese, Technogym, Oberalp Group, Tecnica Group, Diadora e La Sportiva—sono esaminate attraverso i loro report sulla sostenibilità, rivelando lacune nelle loro misurazioni di sostenibilità, soprattutto per quanto riguarda le emissioni provocate lungo tutta la supply chain. Un risultato chiave emerso è che le aziende tendono ad avere una visione ristretta, misurando e riportando principalmente gli impatti ambientali all'interno delle proprie operazioni dirette. Tuttavia, un vero progresso verso la sostenibilità richiede una collaborazione attiva e trasparente lungo tutta la catena di approvvigionamento. Lo studio evidenzia inoltre l'importanza di considerare l'intero ciclo di vita dei prodotti, dalla provenienza delle materie prime fino al loro riciclo a fine vita. La tesi conclude che integrare la sostenibilità nell'intera supply chain, supportata dalle tecnologie dell'Industria 4.0, è fondamentale per il successo a lungo termine. Queste tecnologie consentono alle aziende di monitorare gli obiettivi di sostenibilità e migliorare le performance lungo le loro catene di valore. In definitiva, la sostenibilità non è solo una responsabilità aziendale, ma un vantaggio competitivo per il futuro. Le aziende che daranno priorità alla sostenibilità in tutte le aree saranno meglio preparate ad affrontare le sfide globali e a soddisfare le aspettative dei consumatori in continua evoluzione.
Sustainability in italian sporting goods companies: an analysis of the integration of sustainable practices in the supply chain and the role of industry 4.0
Elmi, Matteo
2024/2025
Abstract
This thesis explores the role of sustainability in the Italian sports manufacturing industry, focusing on how companies integrate environmental, social, and economic sustainability into their operations. While the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies like IoT, AI, Blockchain, and Additive Manufacturing is discussed, the primary focus is on the broader principles of sustainability. The study emphasizes the growing importance of sustainability due to regulatory pressures and consumer demand for responsible products. The research analyses direct and indirect emissions from various supply chain stages, such as production transportation, retail, suppliers, and logistics providers, which are often overlooked in traditional sustainability assessments but are essential for understanding a company's full environmental impact. Six major Italian companies—Dainese, Technogym, Oberalp Group, Tecnica Group, Diadora, and La Sportiva—are examined through their sustainability reports, revealing gaps in their sustainability measures, especially concerning supply chain emissions. A key finding is that companies tend to have a narrow view, primarily measuring and reporting environmental impacts within their direct operations. However, true progress towards sustainability requires active and transparent collaboration across the entire supply chain. The study also highlights the importance of considering the entire product lifecycle, from the sourcing of raw materials to end-of-life recycling. The thesis concludes that integrating sustainability into the entire supply chain, supported by Industry 4.0 technologies, is critical for long-term success. These technologies enable companies to track sustainability goals and improve performance across their value chains. Ultimately, sustainability is not just a corporate responsibility but a competitive advantage for future success. Companies that prioritize sustainability in all areas will be better equipped to address global challenges and meet evolving consumer expectations.File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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