Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - D. E. Boldt

By CommonShare

D. E. Boldt, LLC is a renowned family farm nestled in California's Central Valley, specializing in the cultivation of organic peaches, plums, and nectarines. With a commitment to providing tree-ripe fruits of peak maturity, the farm prides itself on packing its produce on-site, ensuring freshness and quality with every harvest. Under the D.E.Boldt label, customers can trust that their fruit has been grown with a focus on health and sustainability.

The company's dedication to organic growing practices sets it apart in the industry, with a goal of minimizing environmental impact by fostering native vegetation and natural predators to manage pest control. Certified by CCOF, D. E. Boldt, LLC adheres to the highest standards of the National Organic Program, guaranteeing customers a product that is not only delicious but also environmentally conscious. With a rich history spanning five generations, the farm has honed its harvesting techniques and packing processes to deliver superior varieties of fruits to its discerning clientele.

In addition to its commitment to quality, D. E. Boldt, LLC prides itself on its innovative approach to agriculture, highlighted by initiatives such as the Solar Powered Pump and adherence to Good Agricultural Practices. The farm's dedication to sustainable practices and customer satisfaction has earned it a loyal customer base and a strong market presence. Looking ahead, D. E. Boldt, LLC continues to focus on custom sales, while exploring new avenues for growth and innovation in the ever-evolving agricultural 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.

D. E. Boldt

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.