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Quality management: definition, objectives, systems & trends
Compliance 17.03.2026 · 12 min

Quality management: definition, objectives, systems & trends

Whether in the supermarket, online store or service provider - we all expect the quality to be right. But what is behind it when a company reliably delivers this? The answer: professional quality management. It ensures that products are flawless, customers remain satisfied and processes run smoothly, often making the difference between success and failure.

PPWR: What the new EU packaging regulation means for companies
Supply Chain 17.03.2026 · 14 min

PPWR: What the new EU packaging regulation means for companies

The new EU regulation on packaging and packaging waste (PPWR) fundamentally changes the way packaging is handled. It applies directly in all EU member states, replaces special national regulations and sets binding targets for waste prevention, reuse and recycling. For companies, this is not just about packaging design. Those who understand their own company's role in the supply chain at an early stage can avoid risks, manage costs better and make targeted use of the new requirements.

Compliance in the company: Basics, risk management & legal requirements
Compliance 17.03.2026 · 20 min

Compliance in the company: Basics, risk management & legal requirements

Compliance is no longer a "nice-to-have". Laws, reporting obligations and the expectations of customers, investors and employees are increasing and violations become expensive more quickly, both legally and reputationally. Those who set up compliance systematically protect themselves against risks and at the same time create clear orientation in everyday life. In this article, you will find out what compliance means for companies, which topics are involved and how you can introduce effective compliance management step by step.

Special cases for materials: Bamboo and cardboard packaging under the EUDR - What applies?
EUDR 17.03.2026 · 8 min

Special cases for materials: Bamboo and cardboard packaging under the EUDR - What applies?

Is bamboo wood? Does cardboard fall under the EUDR? Such questions sound simple but are anything but trivial in practice. This article clarifies the classification of both materials and provides concrete guidance for compliance, purchasing and supply chain management.

Sale and processing of intermediate products: Do all steps have to be documented?
EUDR 17.03.2026 · 10 min

Sale and processing of intermediate products: Do all steps have to be documented?

Cocoa mass, flour, chipboard, vegetable oil - the EUDR also requires full traceability back to the origin of the raw material for intermediate products. This article shows what this means in practice and when a new duty of care begins.

Raw materials and processing under the EUDR - what needs to be considered?
EUDR 17.03.2026 · 7 min

Raw materials and processing under the EUDR - what needs to be considered?

Are paper products and disposable aprons subject to notification under EUDR? A question that is currently on the minds of many compliance and supply chain managers. This article provides answers and specific recommendations for action.

EUDR for used goods - What applies to used tires and pallets?
EUDR 17.03.2026 · 10 min

EUDR for used goods - What applies to used tires and pallets?

Do used truck tires or wooden pallets have to comply with EUDR regulations? What applies to new products is far less clear for second-hand goods. This article provides clarity.

Geodata in the EUDR: Why it is the key to compliance
EUDR 17.03.2026 · 9 min

Geodata in the EUDR: Why it is the key to compliance

From the end of 2026, companies will have to provide precise geodata on the cultivation areas for EUDR-relevant raw materials right back to the origin. This article shows what this means in technical, legal and organizational terms and how companies are dealing with it.

EUDR and the "cut-off date": How to deal with goods in stock and later placing on the market?
EUDR 17.03.2026 · 9 min

EUDR and the "cut-off date": How to deal with goods in stock and later placing on the market?

What happens to goods in stock that were produced before the EUDR deadline - do they still have to comply with all due diligence obligations? This article clarifies the legal requirements and provides practical recommendations for companies with stockpiles.

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