ABSTRACT
Key Points ◾ Presents how Green IT can be applied to a product-type company in the manufacturing
sector ◾ Outlines a hypothetical organization, AuPack, involved in manufacturing packaging prod-
ucts for various types of clients ◾ Discusses the importance of ISO 14001 application in the manufacturing sector ◾ Stresses the importance of recycling and take-back programs by product developers in reduc-
ing the overall carbon footprint (and how green integrated supply chain systems can help achieve that)
AuPack Scenario AuPack is a hypothetical organization in the business of manufacturing packages and containers that, in turn, are used by other manufacturers of goods and products. Medium in size in the context of the developing nation from where it operates, AuPack has established itself over the last decade as a reliable, honest organization. AuPack has around 10,000 workers (which classifies it as a medium-sized company in the region where it operates) and a forward looking corporate board led by a recently appointed young CEO. AuPack is keen to move forward in the area of Green IT. e carbon emissions from its production lines are on the rise, and also the electronic and other wastages. e wastages, in particular, are not just restricted to the organization but are occurring
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at an alarmingly high rate with the end-users of the contents of the packages. e local regulatory authorities are also showing interest in AuPack’s carbon footprint.
