Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - SHARES!

By CommonShare

Shares Uganda Limited, operating under the brand SHARES! (U) Ltd, is a pioneering company in Uganda's agricultural sector, specializing in the development, financing, processing, and export of organic and conventional agricultural commodities. Working directly with small-scale farmers, the company ensures the production of high-quality products through certified organic growers who receive training and support to enhance productivity. Their primary export commodities include sesame seeds, dried bird’s-eye chilies, and chia seeds, with a focus on promoting fair trade practices and sustainable production.

With a strong emphasis on ecological, social, and economic sustainability, SHARES! (U) Ltd distinguishes itself by offering consultancy services and farmer training programs in partnership with Shares Consultancy Ltd. The company's commitment to fair trade principles, organic certification, and high food safety management standards has earned them recognition in international markets. Their dedication to environmentally responsible practices and market-driven commodity production sets them apart in the industry.

Shares Uganda Limited's mission is to establish organic and fair trade production chains that benefit all stakeholders involved, from farmers to consumers. Their geographic presence extends throughout Uganda, with a factory located near Kampala for seed processing and storage. The company's leadership approach emphasizes the importance of incorporating true costs of production into the marketplace to ensure long-term sustainability. As they continue to expand their market reach and uphold their values, SHARES! (U) Ltd aims to maintain their position as a leader in promoting ethical and environmentally conscious agriculture practices in Uganda and beyond.

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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.

SHARES!

Uganda

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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.