- Bling Denim (BD)
(a) Define the term outsourcing. [2]
(b) Explain two benefits for BD of following cradle‑to‑cradle design and manufacturing principles. [4]
(c) Comment on the data in Table 6. [2]
(d) Explain one way in which stakeholders applied pressure on BD. [2]
(e) Using information in the stimulus, discuss whether BD should focus more on promoting its new factory’s sustainable processes or focus on becoming 100% environmentally sustainable in both factories, to differentiate themselves from competitors. [10]