Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - Takara Sake USA

By CommonShare

Takara Sake USA Inc. is a renowned player in the sake industry, combining ancient Japanese sake-making techniques with modern technology to produce a diverse range of premium sake, plum wine, and mirin. As the flagship brand "Sho Chiku Bai" exemplifies, Takara's products are crafted with the utmost precision, using traditional methods alongside cutting-edge technology. With over 180 years of expertise, Takara Sake USA Inc. has established itself as an industry leader, both in the domestic market with products brewed in California and through imports from Japan.

The company's dedication to mastering the art of sake brewing is evident in their expansive portfolio, which includes a variety of sake offerings like flavored sake, plum wine, and mirin. Takara's commitment to quality and innovation has led to partnerships with major entities like the New York Mets, bringing Japanese sake to a wider audience. Through their online store and distribution channels, Takara Sake USA Inc. caters to a discerning clientele who appreciate the rich history and superior craftsmanship behind each bottle.

Founded on the principles of tradition and innovation, Takara Sake USA Inc. continues to push boundaries in the sake industry, exploring new avenues for growth and expansion. With a focus on preserving the essence of sake while embracing technological advancements, the company remains at the forefront of the market, setting new standards for quality and excellence. As they navigate the ever-evolving landscape of the beverage industry, Takara Sake USA Inc. looks towards a future filled with continued success and innovation in the world of sake brewing.

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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.

Takara Sake USA

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.