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# 1.3 Risks and opportunities

Mapping out circular economy related risks and opportunities

Circular economy risks and opportunities can vary significantly from one type of goods or service to another and from one supplier base to another. 

### Checklist

* [ ] Can you consider the following aspects in relation to your sourcing need: 
  * [ ] technical aspects;
  * [ ] compliance culture; 
  * [ ] sourcing locations; 
  * [ ] supply chain capability / capacity; 
  * [ ] the need to develop an after-market? 
* [ ] What are the circular economy related risks and opportunities addressed by the sourcing process in question?