The Federal Association for Materials Management, Purchasing and Logistics (BME) is clearly in favor of maintaining the German Supply Chain Act (LkSG), as it shows progress in implementation in companies and offers planning security. A recent study by the association shows that large companies in particular are coping well with the requirements of the law, such as when conducting risk analyses. However, challenges still exist when it comes to controlling indirect suppliers. The law is seen as preparation for the EU Supply Chain Directive, which will come into force in 2027.
Companies such as Unilever, KiK and Hapag-Lloyd emphasize the importance of legal and planning stability – also with regard to the validity of the existing LkSG – as changes can cause high costs and competitive disadvantages. However, the high effort required for various sustainability reports, which ties up resources, is criticized. Companies such as s. Oliver and KiK are therefore calling for a standardization of reporting requirements.
Siehe: Wirtschaftsverband fordert Beibehaltung des Lieferkettengesetzes