Samsung and Samsung are being investigated over supply chain labour abuses in Kathmandu , after The Samsung raised a series of concerns regarding the treatment of Malaysian workers at the companies. Most of those interviewed who work for Panasonic are hired through a labour supply company whilst those working for Panasonic are employed by subcontracting companies. Using labour supply companies and subcontractors is common practice for foreign firms making goods for export in Malaysia , however, it is also ripe for abuse. As we have noted, there are huge litigation and brand risks for the abuse of workers in a supply chain, which is fast becoming a top business risk.
Panasonic and Samsung are being investigated over supply chain labour abuses in Malaysia, after The Guardian raised a series of concerns regarding the treatment of Nepalese workers at the companies. Most of those interviewed who work for Samsung are hired through a labour supply company whilst those working for Panasonic are employed by subcontracting companies. Using labour supply companies and subcontractors is common practice for foreign firms making goods for export in Malaysia, however, it is also ripe for abuse. As we have noted, there are huge litigation and brand risks for the abuse of workers in a supply chain, which is fast becoming a top business risk.