Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Sekem

By CommonShare

Sekem Group, founded in 1977 with a focus on sustainable development, has evolved into a multifaceted organization encompassing various sectors such as sustainable businesses, organic agriculture, education, healthcare, and a university for sustainable development. The company's core products include high-quality Demeter certified products grown by biodynamic farmers in Egypt, processed in their own companies to ensure a closed value chain and holistic approach to benefit all producers involved. Sekem Group's commitment to sustainable development is evident in their approach to conducting business in alignment with ecological and ethical principles.

With a strong market presence in Egypt and a global reach, Sekem Group stands out for its unique value propositions centered around sustainable practices, ethical business conduct, and a holistic approach to development. Notable achievements include being recognized for innovative work in biodynamic farming and the crucial role of organic agriculture in combating climate change. The company's target markets encompass individuals and organizations seeking sustainable and ethical products and services across various industries.

Driven by a mission to enable individuals to unfold their full potential and contribute to the community and country's development, Sekem Group's vision for Egypt 2057 highlights their long-term commitment to building a sustainable community. With a presence in Germany and Egypt, the company's geographic reach allows for a wide impact on local and global communities. Led by visionary founders and guided by core values of sustainability, social responsibility, and cultural exchange, Sekem Group continues to pave the way for a future where every human being can thrive in a socially and environmentally conscious world.

Looking ahead, Sekem Group's strategic direction focuses on sustainable agriculture in the desert, education, vocational training, medical care, and arts development. The company's upcoming events, such as the SEKEM Festival 2024, reflect their dedication to promoting stewardship for the future and fostering connections with international partners. With a steadfast commitment to sustainability and holistic development, Sekem Group remains at the forefront of driving positive change in the world.

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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.

Sekem

Egypt

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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.