WFSGI MEMBER BENEFITS FOR MANUFACTURERS
MANUFACTURERS
“ GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR NETWORKING WITH PEOPLE WHO SHARE SAME LONG-TERM VISION.” Phil White, Chairman, PON Bicycle Group © WFSGI/Andreas Gebert
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WFSGI – WORLD FEDERATION OF THE SPORTING GOODS INDUSTRY
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WE EXIST TO SERVE OUR MEMBERS When you become a member of the World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry (WFSGI), you become a part of a powerful, industry-wide network. The WFSGI is the world authoritative body for the global sporting goods industry. Our purpose is to represent and inspire the industry, to invest in innovation, promote physical activity, support free trade and do business in an ethical and sustainable way. As part of our mission we facilitate legally permissible communication and cooperation to enhance competitiveness and innovation. We seek to positively influence the way our products are manufactured, with a focus on people involved in the manufacturing and the environment. Our members are steering the direction of the industry. The future of manufacturing efforts begins with the professional networks that we support. In this booklet, you can read about the many valuable resources, services, events, and other supports that we have tailored specifically for the needs of our manufacturer members.
WFSGI membership supports and inspires your business. • We represent you to the global sporting goods industry
• We share business opportunities & intelligence
• We support your work with our strong presence in Asia
• We advise on corporate responsibility & sustainability
• We provide a neutral platform to speak and exchange ideas • We enhance your competitiveness and innovation
• We provide monetary benefits for manufacturers
“ THE WFSGI PROVIDES AN INCOMPARABLE RESOURCE. BEING PART OF AN EXCELLENT GLOBAL NETWORK PROVIDES US THE NECESSARY INSIGHTS AND UPDATES ON THE GLOBAL ECONOMY TRENDS AND CHANGES WHICH HELPS US TO PLACE OUR INVESTMENTS.” Charles Yang, Head of Innovation Center at Pouchen Group; Chair WFSGI Manufacturers Committee
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“ WE HAVE TO WORK CLOSER TOGETHER AND THIS FORUM IS AN IDEAL PLATFORM TO TALK TO EACH OTHER, SHARE IDEAS AND FIND OUT HOW WE CAN COOPERATE EVEN BETTER IN THE FUTURE.” Herbert Hainer, CEO, adidas Group; Speaker at the WFSGI Manufacturers Forum 2014
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WFSGI – WORLD FEDERATION OF THE SPORTING GOODS INDUSTRY
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FOCUS ON MANUFACTURING CONFERENCE: MANUFACTURERS FORUM The World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry (WFSGI) together with major manufacturers have identified the future of manufacturing and its implications on business process, people, the environment and society as an important subject for the entire sporting goods industry’s future activity. To acquire the necessary insight in this complex subject the WFSGI organizes a regular Manufacturers Forum to exchange thoughts and point of view with leading academics. www.wfsgi.org/events-cal/ wfsgi-manufacturers-forum
“ THIS HIGH-LEVEL FORUM IS A PERFECT COMBINATION OF PARTICIPANTS COMING FROM ASIA, USA AND EUROPE AND PROVIDING US WITH GOOD GLOBAL INFORMATION.” Christian Decker, Managing Director, DESMA; Partner of the Manufacturers Forum 2013 and 2014
WORKSHOPS WFSGI Manufacturers Workshops are offered on a touring basis at various locations through Asia and Europe. These workshops offer participants tailored intelligence and the latest practical and commercial insights. The workshop curriculum blends operational best practices with theoretical background e.g.: • Apparel, Textiles, Footwear trends • Manufacturing leadership (strategy, decision-making approaches/tools) • Waste, water, chemical management • Come closer to selling: (close-to-market production) • How to manage profits in declining retail markets Workshop content is carefully curated through the WFSGI network of international experts and global network partners.
“ WE INTEND TO BUILD REGULAR INVOLVEMENT OF MANUFACTURERS, PRODUCT MANAGERS AND SUPPLIERS IN ORDER TO MEET THE DEMANDS OF OUR CUSTOMERS AND BUILD AN EQUAL UNDERSTANDING OF MARKET REQUIREMENTS ALONG THE WHOLE SUPPLY CHAIN.” Jeroen Snijders-Blok, COO Accell Group; Chair WFSGI Bicycle Committee and WFSGI Board Member Initiated with WFSGI and Porsche Consulting in a workshop session (with its manufacturers and suppliers).
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MEMBERS-ONLY SERVICES WFSGI offers a range of benefits to members through its services, programs, partnerships, and events. GUIDANCE AND LEADERSHIP
PARTNERSHIPS AND PROMOTIONS
Members have access to an unparalleled network of major brands, retailers and manufacturers, including direct contact with executives and experts. The exchange of knowledge and expertise that takes place in member events and meetings is an invaluable support for expanding your business.
The WFSGI Pledge for the FIFA Quality Programme is free of charge for WFSGI members and embraces the global production of FIFA licensed products – footballs (FIFA Quality, FIFA Quality Pro and IMS), artificial turf and goal-line technology systems. As part of the FIFA Quality Programme the Pledge shall ascertain that these products are manufactured in compliance with globally recognized labour principles and without the involvement of child labour.
In addition to positive exposure through networking, members also enjoy recruitment benefits including two free job credits per year and other additional discounts at GlobalSportsJobs.
PROFESSIONAL NETWORK WFSGI Membership builds your professional network across sectors and borders. You will have first access to emerging knowledge and industry changes, and you can gain recognition for your expertise and thought leadership in a particular industry sector or technical specialization.
We are Olympic family— The WFSGI represents its members vis-à-vis the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and International Sports Federations (IFs) on any subject of concern for the sporting goods industry including equipment and advertisement regulations. WFSGI members also enjoy access to specialized high-profile events. Members receive discounts on registration for the WFSGI Manufacturer Forum, service and tradeshow discounts at all ISPO shows and TaiSPO, and service discounts at Taipei Cycle Show.
“ FOR OUR BUSINESS IT IS CRUCIAL TO LEARN ABOUT NEW MANUFACTURING PRINCIPLES. THROUGH THE GLOBAL SPORTING GOODS INDUSTRY NETWORK WE CAN PREPARE OURSELVES FOR FUTURE BUSINESS POSSIBILITIES AND SEIZE NEW APPROACHES AND OPPORTUNITIES. ” Rakhil Hirdaramani, Director at Hirdaramani Intl. Exports
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WFSGI – WORLD FEDERATION OF THE SPORTING GOODS INDUSTRY
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ACCESS TO INFORMATION
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Active members of the Manufacturers Committee get first access to emerging knowledge, reports and recommendations that will shape the industry, before its general public release. All members have access to the Members Only area of www.wfsgi.org, where they can access confidential background information, committee minutes, and other timely updates about important changes to industry norms and standards.
Members receive free initial advice and discount legal fee at WFSGI Trade Helpdesk & WFSGI Legal Helpdesk; the CR Helpdesk is free.
Other information services include the WFSGI newsletter, with news alerts and industry updates; the annual magazine, our communication flagship and a high-profile source of a expert insights and current trends; and the exclusive online Job Market, which reaches over 500,000 industry executives.
“ WE HAVE LEARNED THAT THE MANUFACTURING OF SPORTING GOODS IS EXPECTED TO CHANGE DRAMATICALLY IN THE NEXT DECADE. WFSGI ADDRESSES OUR CHALLENGES AND WE SEE THAT THE WHOLE INDUSTRY IS FACING THE SAME PROBLEMS AND WE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO TACKLE THEM TOGETHER.”
Our Trade Helpdesk provides guidance and opinions on international trade law, customs law (including classification, valuation and rules of origin), trade regulations and policy (e.g. anti-dumping, anti-subsidy and safeguard investigations), trade barriers and counterfeit issues, and WTO law, practices, and dispute settlement proceedings. Our Legal Helpdesk advises on matters including international intellectual property coverage management, product safety, direct investments (purchase or sale of assets, shares or brands, etc.), arbitration and mediation, compliance issues and programs, and more. Our CR Helpdesk provides support in four general topic areas including environmental protection (including energy efficiency, materials and waste, water supply and systems, air emission control and noise protection etc.), occupational health and safety (including machine safety, ergonomics at workplaces, usage of chemicals, protection for workers, etc.), management to ISO standards (including Environment ISO 14001 or European EMAS-system, Health and safety OHSAS 18001, Quality ISO 9001, upcoming energy management ISO 16001). The CR Helpdesk also provides guidance on sustainable development as a modern philosophy to keep companies “fit for the future” and achieve a parallel and equal balance between economical, ecological and social aspects. This could involve waste free materials and products, no impact on materials by chemicals, CO2-free production, or carbon or water footprint analysis.
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“ THIS HIGH-LEVEL FORUM IS A PERFECT COMBINATION OF PARTICIPANTS COMING FROM ASIA, USA AND EUROPE AND PROVIDING US WITH GOOD GLOBAL INFORMATION.” George Liu, Executive Director, Yue Yuen Industrial Holdings Ltd.; WFSGI Board Member
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WFSGI – WORLD FEDERATION OF THE SPORTING GOODS INDUSTRY
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HOW WE WORK The WFSGI is composed of Executive and Board members, and 8 Committees which exchange information on various issues and topics. WFSGI Members meet at least once per year in an Ordinary General Assembly called the “Annual Meeting�. The General Assembly approves the budget and strategic direction of the WFSGI as proposed by the Board, and elects the Board, President and Committee members for three year terms.
GENERAL ASSEMBLY PRESIDENT
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
WFSGI SECRETARIAT
BOARD COMMITTEE CR
CISO
Bicycle
Brands
MEMBERS
Corporate Responsibility: Developing and promoting an understanding within the World Federation about the relevance of global societal, social and environmental trends like climate change, resource depletion, labor and health issues. International Sports Organizations (CISO): Represent the WFSGI as the industry consensus voice to all sports federations and organizations.
Trade
Retailers Associations
CORE COMMITTEES Legal
Manufacturers
Federations
Manufacturers
Physical Activity
Trade: Address international trade issues facing the global sporting goods industry. Federations: Ad hoc collaboration with and between regional and national sporting goods industry member federations to develop, exchange and promote best practices, industry trends, market research, collaborative programming and problem solving.
Bicycle: Represent leading brands all levels (sport, trade, social and environmental issues), also the voice of the bicycle industry towards the UCI and the International Olympic Committee and protection against counterfeit.
Manufacturers: As a hub for manufacturers and manufacturing issues WFSGI is working on joint approaches to tackle common challenges and to identify key issues.
Legal: Facilitate and enhance the interaction, information exchange and co-operation between the WFSGI members on the latest international legal developments within the SGI.
Physical Activity: The promotion of physical activity on a global level.
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“THIS FORUM HAS HELPED TO SPARK MANY DISCUSSIONS ABOUT THE WAY WE WORK TOGETHER, THE WAY WE COMMUNICATE AND HOW WE CAN GET CLOSER.” Peter Gilmore, VP Global Sourcing, Under Armour
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WFSGI – WORLD FEDERATION OF THE SPORTING GOODS INDUSTRY
MANUFACTURERS
ABOUT THE WFSGI WFSGI is an independent not-for-profit association. We have over 280 direct members (30% in Asia) and 5’000 indirect members, collectively representing 70% of global industry turnover, and the largest names in the industry. WFSGI was founded in 1978 with a mandate to unite and serve sports and sports-inspired leisure brands, manufacturers, suppliers, retailers, national/regional federations, industry and trade associations and all sporting goods industry related businesses. WFSGI is the industry contact toward organizations and federations, governmental and intergovernmental bodies at international level (ILO, WTO, UN, etc.) and international sport organizations: International Olympic Committee (IOC) and International Sports Federations (IFs).
“ THE WFSGI MANUFACTURERS COMMITTEE PROVIDES A GREAT PLATFORM TO EXCHANGE EXPERIENCES AND GAIN NEW INSPIRATIONS. IT CREATES POSITIVE SYNERGIES AND FACILITATES COLLABORATION BETWEEN MANUFACTURERS AND BRANDS.” George Wood, Chairman, TBS Group & Honorary President TSMA - Taiwan Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association; WFSGI Board Member
For more information about the WFSGI membership and services visit www.wfsgi.org/services.
JOIN YOUR PEERS – BE PART OF A NETWORK FOR MANUFACTURERS Contact the WFSGI office closest to you: SWITZERLAND: +41 31 939 60 61
HONG KONG: +852 3959 8735
To become a WFSGI member please contact Robbert de Kock, WFSGI Secretary General, by email: rdekock@wfsgi.org, The contact for the Manufacturers Committee is Helen Ford, Senior Executive Director WFSGI Asia: hford@wfsgi.org
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BECOME A WFSGI MEMBER TODAY WFSGI Global Headquarters Obere Zollgasse 75 P.O. Box 1664 3072 Ostermundigen/Bern SWITZERLAND Tel.: +41 31 939 60 61 Fax: +41 31 939 60 69
WFSGI Asia Office Room 1102, Lee Garden One, 33 Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay Hong Kong SAR CHINA Tel.: +852 3959 8735 Fax: +852 3959 8800
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