Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Customized Distribution Services

By CommonShare

Customized Distribution Services (CDS) has been a pioneer in the logistics industry since 1996, offering tailored 3PL solutions to businesses of all sizes across the United States. Specializing in warehousing and distribution services, CDS prides itself on its state-of-the-art distribution centers that seamlessly manage the flow and storage of diverse products, ensuring timely delivery to customers. With a keen focus on customer satisfaction, CDS has established itself as a reliable partner for B2B and B2C organizations, delivering strategic support to help businesses grow and thrive in today's competitive market.

As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., CDS stands out for its commitment to excellence and innovation. By maintaining certifications from USDA, FDA, CTPAT, and AIB, CDS ensures that its distribution centers are equipped with the latest technology and security systems to keep products safe and ready for distribution. The company's accurate inventory management systems and carrier management solutions streamline operations, allowing businesses to overcome supply chain challenges and stay ahead of the curve in an ever-evolving market landscape.

Driven by loyalty, transparency, and a dedication to growth, CDS has garnered praise from its customers for its professionalism, responsiveness, and solutions-oriented approach. With a focus on exceeding customer expectations, CDS offers customized programs tailored to meet the specific needs of each business, enabling them to deliver on time and on budget. As CDS continues to expand its geographic presence and enhance its service offerings, the company remains committed to helping businesses succeed by providing the support and expertise needed to navigate the complexities of the modern supply chain landscape.

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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.

Customized Distribution Services

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.