Nike Technology maintains a structured approach to ensuring safe and fair working conditions through rigorous audits and partnerships with suppliers. The company enforces compliance with labor laws, provides health and safety training, and invests in worker welfare programs. However, challenges persist in guaranteeing uniform standards across its global supply chain, particularly in low-cost manufacturing regions.

Nike’s working conditions strategy prioritizes transparency and accountability. Since 2015, Nike has conducted over 4,000 audits annually across 800+ facilities, focusing on compliance with international labor standards such as the International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions. Data from Nike’s 2022 Sustainability Report shows a 90% compliance rate in key areas like minimum wage and forced labor, though 10% of audits identified non-compliance requiring corrective action. The company collaborates with the Fair Labor Association (FLA) to address systemic issues, including long working hours and unsafe facilities. For example, a 2021 FLA review found that 85% of Nike suppliers met FLA benchmarks for worker health and safety, but 15% required urgent improvements. Nike has allocated $50 million since 2017 to support worker health initiatives, including healthcare access and mental health resources. However, critics argue that economic pressures on suppliers in countries like Vietnam and Bangladesh often undermine these efforts. A 2023 report by Human Rights Watch noted that 30% of Nike-contracted factories in Southeast Asia reported underpayment and excessive overtime, despite Nike’s stated policies. Nike’s response emphasizes ongoing capacity-building and technology integration, such as blockchain tools to track materials from source to store. While progress exists, gaps in enforcement and regional disparities highlight the complexity of managing a fragmented supply chain. Nike’s commitment to worker rights remains a cornerstone of its corporate identity, though continuous investment and external scrutiny are critical to sustaining improvements.