1. What are some points and counterpoints in the debate over sweatshops? That is, should manufacturers be...
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1. What are some points and counterpoints in the debate over “sweatshops?” That is, should manufacturers be forced to leave factories and countries that violate fair labor standards? What are the consequences of doing so, or not?
2. If you were a student at the University of Michigan or another school, how would you feel about wearing Adidas apparel was manufactured by PT Kizone, or a similar supplier to Adidas?
3. Should licensees like Adidas be held responsible for what goes on in the factories in their global supply chain? If so, what do you recommend Adidas do at this point, if anything?
4. To what degree are universities and other organizations responsible for the supply chain of companies that provide apparel and other licensed goods?
5. What would your recommendation be to U-M’s President Coleman? Terminate the contract with Adidas, or not? Some other action?
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International Marketing
ISBN: 978-0077842161
17th edition
Authors: Philip R. Cateora, John L. Graham, Mary C. Gilly, R. Bruce Money