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The L5M5 study guide (p.258) explains that blue washing refers to organisations associating with the UN Global Compact to appear legitimate while failing to implement its principles. The term comes from the blue colour of the UN flag. In contrast, greenwashing (A) is when companies exaggerate their environmental credentials. Blue washing is a reputational risk because it undermines genuine CSR initiatives and public trust. Procurement professionals must ensure that CSR commitments are backed by verifiable actions rather than symbolic gestures.

???? Reference: Managing Ethical Procurement and Supply (L5M5) Study Guide, p.258

SA8000 is an internationally recognised certification standard for social accountability. It requires organisations to adopt management systems to monitor compliance with social standards, including child labour elimination, safe working conditions, and fair wages. According to the L5M5 study guide (p.264), one disadvantage is the cost of implementing and maintaining the management system, which can be resource-intensive for smaller organisations. SA8000 is not industry-specific, is recognised globally, and is applicable to both large and small organisations. However, the investment in audits, training, and compliance documentation can be significant, making this a barrier for some companies.

???? Reference: Managing Ethical Procurement and Supply (L5M5) Study Guide, p.264

The L5M5 study guide (p.48) defines corruption as the illegitimate use of one’s role or position for personal gain. This differs from bribery (A), which is offering or accepting inducements, and fraud (C), which involves deception such as falsifying records or creating phantom suppliers. Slavery (D) refers to forced labour. Procurement professionals must recognise corruption risks, particularly in international supply chains, and implement controls such as segregation of duties, audit trails, and whistleblowing policies.

???? Reference: Managing Ethical Procurement and Supply (L5M5) Study Guide, p.48