Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Cole's Orchard

By CommonShare

Cole's Orchard LLC is a renowned family-owned farm nestled in the picturesque Green Bluff community just north of Spokane, Washington. Specializing in the cultivation of a wide variety of fruits, Cole's Orchard offers visitors the opportunity to handpick fresh produce while creating cherished memories with loved ones. With a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1902, Cole's Orchard is a proud member of the Green Bluff Growers Association, dedicated to promoting sustainable farming practices, education, and agritourism.

The core products of Cole's Orchard include a diverse selection of fruits such as strawberries, peaches, and apples, all grown with care and attention to quality. With a strong market presence in the local community, Cole's Orchard stands out for its commitment to providing farm-fresh produce directly to consumers, offering a unique farm-to-table experience. Notable achievements include maintaining a loyal customer base and fostering strong relationships with the surrounding community through partnerships with organizations like the Green Bluff Grange and Green Bluff Community Church.

Driven by a mission to provide fresh, high-quality fruits to customers while upholding values of sustainability and community engagement, Cole's Orchard has become a beloved destination for locals and tourists alike. Under the leadership of the dedicated team at Cole's Orchard, the farm continues to expand its geographic presence and enhance its offerings to meet the needs of a growing customer base. Looking towards the future, Cole's Orchard remains committed to its tradition of excellence in farming practices and aims to further establish itself as a premier destination for farm-fresh produce in the Green Bluff region.

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Traceability

An increasingly important factor in global supply chains, traceability assesses the manufacturer's capability to track products and materials from origin to delivery. The Sustainable Manufacturers Benchmark® explores this through the lens of tiered supplier verification, culminating in end-to-end traceability with real-time monitoring and complete transparency.

Digitized Products

The digital landscape has transformed B2B interactions. This facet assesses the extent to which manufacturers have digitized their product offerings. The spectrum ranges from manufacturers without any online product catalog to those boasting advanced B2B e-commerce platforms, providing clients with order customization, real-time tracking, and an integrated view of the supply chain.

Preferred Materials

This aspect gauges the extent to which manufacturers incorporate sustainable, circular, and regenerative materials in their supply chain. It assesses whether companies merely use standard materials or whether they actively prioritize sustainable and preferred materials in their product range, even going so far as to offer digital verification of material certificates.

Facility Verification and Services

This dimension evaluates the openness and commitment of manufacturers regarding their facility's conditions and services. It covers a spectrum, from providing no facility details at all to showcasing comprehensive third-party audits, ensuring transparency in worker welfare and showcasing a clear commitment to maintaining top-tier facility services.

Readiness to Contract

Before entering a partnership, it's pivotal to understand a manufacturer's business legitimacy. The Sustainable Manufacturers Benchmark® checks for the presence and verification of essential documents, ranging from basic business licenses to comprehensive documentation, client testimonials, and even third-party attestations that verify a manufacturer's reliability and readiness to contract.

Cole's Orchard

United States

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How our Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark® Works?

By CommonShare

The Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark is a comprehensive framework designed to evaluate and rate manufacturers based on their commitment to sustainability, digital integration, readiness for contracting, material sourcing, and facility standards. It provides a clear, standardized metric for assessing manufacturers in a B2B environment, helping businesses make informed decisions aligned with their sustainability objectives. The benchmark covers crucial areas like end-to-end traceability, the digital verification of supply tiers, utilization of preferred materials, and verified social audits for facilities. By incorporating both depth and granularity across its criteria, the benchmark not only promotes transparency but also encourages continuous improvement in responsible manufacturing practices.