Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - O-AT-KA Milk Products

By CommonShare

O-AT-KA Milk Products Cooperative, Inc. is a pioneering force in the dairy industry, known for its relentless commitment to innovation and quality since 1959. Specializing in shelf-stable beverages, O-AT-KA offers a wide range of dairy-based products that boast superior taste and large volume capacity. The company's expertise spans from turnkey operations to customizable services, catering to the unique needs of its diverse clientele. With a strong focus on research and development, O-AT-KA collaborates closely with customers to launch groundbreaking dairy products in both new and existing markets, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 companies.

At the core of O-AT-KA's success lies its unwavering dedication to excellence in manufacturing and production. The company's state-of-the-art facility is equipped to deliver top-tier bulk ingredients, ensuring the highest quality standards for market-leading brands. O-AT-KA takes pride in sourcing 90% of its dairy from local farmers within a 100-mile radius, guaranteeing a fresh and consistent milk supply for its products. Embracing a philosophy of "Quality In, Quality Out," O-AT-KA positions itself as a champion of natural strength gains through milk proteins, promoting benefits like satiety, muscle protein synthesis, and blood glucose management for a healthier lifestyle.

With a rich history of pioneering blue-sky thinking and a strong emphasis on customer partnerships, O-AT-KA continues to set the bar high in the dairy industry. The company's commitment to research, efficiency, and customer satisfaction has earned it a reputation for reliability and innovation. Embodying the ethos of "The Strong Inside™," O-AT-KA remains dedicated to supporting the well-being of its customers through wholesome dairy products. As O-AT-KA looks towards the future, its strategic direction is guided by a steadfast focus on driving growth, expanding market reach, and continuing to push the boundaries of dairy product development.

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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.

O-AT-KA Milk Products

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.