Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Producer: Patrick Sullivan

By CommonShare

Ananda Gardens, located in Montpelier, VT, is a renowned wellness farm dedicated to promoting the health and happiness of all beings. As a prominent player in Vermont's agricultural landscape, Ananda Gardens offers a unique Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program that allows members to handpick their preferred vegetables, fostering a personalized and interactive experience for families. With a focus on delivering fresh, delicious produce straight to customers' doorsteps, Ananda Gardens prides itself on its commitment to customer satisfaction and flexibility, ensuring that every member can enjoy a bountiful harvest.

Ananda Gardens' commitment to growing happiness and health one bite at a time has not gone unnoticed, as evidenced by the overwhelming satisfaction of its CSA members. With a staggering 100% recommendation rate and a 93% retention rate among its members, Ananda Gardens has solidified its position as a trusted provider of high-quality, locally grown produce. By emphasizing choice, convenience, and community engagement, Ananda Gardens sets itself apart in the market, offering a unique value proposition that resonates with health-conscious consumers and families looking to connect with their food source.

Founded on the principles of community partnership and sustainable agriculture, Ananda Gardens has cultivated a loyal customer base and strong ties within the local community. Through its dedication to promoting wellness and fostering a sense of belonging, Ananda Gardens has become more than just a farm – it is a cherished neighbor and essential part of the fabric of Montpelier. Under the leadership of Producer Patrick Sullivan, Ananda Gardens continues to innovate and expand its offerings, with a clear focus on delivering exceptional products and experiences to its customers. With a bright future ahead, Ananda Gardens is poised to continue its mission of spreading health, happiness, and delicious vegetables to all who seek them.

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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.

Producer: Patrick Sullivan

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.