Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Silva

By CommonShare

Silva International Inc. is a leading player in the natural food ingredients industry, specializing in premium air-dried ingredients and innovative treatment applications. With over a decade of expertise, Silva combines state-of-the-art equipment with extensive knowledge to deliver high-quality ingredients that cater to various market needs. Their product range includes a diverse selection of all-natural ingredients such as dried apples, butternut squash, and field-fresh chives, which are utilized in a wide array of applications including bakery items, seasoning blends, and pet food products.

As a company committed to quality and food safety, Silva International sets itself apart by exceeding industry standards and placing a strong emphasis on antioxidants in their products. Their industry-leading processes ensure that every ingredient meets stringent quality control measures, providing not only great taste but also significant nutritional benefits. Silva's dedication to clean processes and attention to detail result in ingredients that customers can trust and confidently associate with their brand.

Silva International's forward-thinking approach is evident in their exploration of new flavors and ingredients, as well as their focus on the evolving pet food industry. With a mission to deliver on partnership and a core team dedicated to their partners' success, Silva is well-positioned to continue driving innovation and meeting the changing demands of the market. Their focus on wellness, nutrition, and quality further solidifies their reputation as a trusted provider of premium ingredients, making them a go-to choice for manufacturers looking to differentiate and excel in a competitive marketplace.

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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.

Silva

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.