Baker McKenzie's "Off the Shelf"

Baker McKenzie's "Off the Shelf"

In this episode, our leading lawyers in the consumer goods and retail industry, and examine the opportunities for luxury, fashion and cosmetics brands planning to expand their footprint in the Gulf region.  They explore growth opportunities, essential considerations for global brands as they establish presence in the region and more.  

Baker McKenzie's "Off the Shelf"

In this episode, our leading experts in the consumer goods and retail industry, , , *, , and take a look at the trends impacting 2024 for the consumer goods and retail industry. This discussion covers insights around ESG, disputes, M&A, the Asian market as well as the use of tech in the industry. You may also read our latest , which was created in partnership with to stay informed on recent and upcoming sustainability legislation in key markets like the EU, UK and US. Other resources:   and . *Baker McKenzie and Trench Rossi Watanabe have executed a strategic cooperation agreement...

Baker McKenzie's "Off the Shelf"

With the next round of EU Russia sanctions to be shortly introduced, luxury & fashion companies are having to navigate, yet again, what this means for their own business operations.  Even if not importing from Russia, the need to prove this is not the case can cause logistical issues and problems at customs if not anticipated. Customs and trade experts, and Jean-Guillaume Benoit discuss the latest thoughts in advance of the official announcement of the 12th round of Russian sanctions, in which diamonds take center stage. They explore what this means in practical terms and what...

Baker McKenzie's "Off the Shelf"

In this episode, we are joined by and from Trench Rossi Watanabe in , and from Baker McKenzie London office as they share their insights in the rapidly developing area of plastics regulation. They discuss the global regulatory landscape around limiting the use of plastics, the upcoming Global Plastics Agreement, and the impact that these evolving regulations will have on consumer goods and retail businesses. You may also read our latest which was created in partnership with to stay informed on recent and upcoming sustainability legislation in key markets like the EU, UK and US....

Baker McKenzie's "Off the Shelf"

In this episode, speaks with , , and about the top privacy cybersecurity challenges facing the CG&R industry. The speakers consider the type of data brands may want to protect and explore steps they can take to avoid a cyber breach. To learn more about cybersecurity and other legal, regulatory and tax issues relevant to the luxury and fashion industry, check out the latest edition of the . You may also access the brochure which briefly discusses how cybersecurity affects CG&R businesses, and includes a checklist of dos and don'ts in the event of a cyber incident.

Baker McKenzie's "Off the Shelf"

In Part 2 of the episode on cyber issues in the CG&R industry, , , , and explore how brands can build a cyber program that complies with global laws and provide practical takeaways for retail businesses looking to improve their cyber strategy. To find out more about cybersecurity and other legal, regulatory and tax issues relevant to the luxury and fashion industry, check out the latest edition of the . You may also access the brochure which briefly discusses how cybersecurity affects CG&R businesses, and includes a checklist of dos and don'ts in the event of a cyber incident.

Baker McKenzie's "Off the Shelf"

In Part 2, (Digital Transformation and New Technologies, London), (Technology Driven M&A, Johannesburg), and (Digital Transformation and Regulatory Matters, Singapore) go on to discuss the developing regulation around the use of AI and the different approaches being adopted in different regions. They also provide thoughts on the internal governance strategies and what practical steps to consider when using or engaging with companies who use AI.

Baker McKenzie's "Off the Shelf"

In this episode, (Digital Transformation and New Technologies, London), (Technology Driven M&A, Johannesburg), and (Digital Transformation and Regulatory Matters, Singapore) discuss the use of AI and generative AI in the consumer goods and retail sector. In Part 1, our speakers discuss what generative AI is, the reasons behind its unparalleled uptake, how it is currently being used and could potentially be used in the CG&R industry, and what are some of the risks associated with the use of AI.

Baker McKenzie's "Off the Shelf"

Data and IP in green innovation play an important role in CG&R businesses and in this new episode, partner is joined by , partner at Trench Rossi Watanabe Sao Paulo*, to explore key legal considerations from an IP & data angle that companies should consider in relation to green innovation, including what elements are crucial to address sustainability/meet ESG goals and the competitive advantage IP rights give while undertaking your sustainability journey. *Trench Rossi Watanabe and Baker McKenzie have executed a strategic cooperation agreement for consulting on foreign law.

Baker McKenzie's "Off the Shelf"

In this episode, , a partner in our IPTech practice in London, and , an IP counsel based in our Chicago office, discuss the role of marketing in green innovation and the increasing regulatory scrutiny around green claims in advertising. They focus on green claims as a key area of regulatory focus, key tips and tricks to consider when using green claims in advertising, and what's next in the pipeline from a US and EU lens.