Responsible Manufacturer Benchmark - The Fruit Route

By CommonShare

The Fruit Route (Pty) Ltd is a leading fresh fruit export company based in Paarl, South Africa, with a focus on exporting nature's finest produce. Established in November 2012, The Fruit Route emerged through a strategic partnership with Du Toit, bringing together a rich legacy in the fresh produce industry. Managed by a young and dynamic team, the company seamlessly blends enthusiasm with extensive experience in the fresh fruit and vegetable industry. Their primary focus extends beyond global exports, aiming to add tangible value to local growers in South Africa.

The core products and services of The Fruit Route revolve around exporting top-quality fresh produce to receivers worldwide. The company stands out in the industry as a dedicated collaborator, working closely with both growers and receivers to ensure timely and top-quality exports. Their commitment to exceptional service, reliability, and consistency has earned them a trusted reputation among clients. The Fruit Route operates on a year-round export calendar, positioning themselves as a go-to for premium produce.

With a strong emphasis on empowering local farmers and nurturing partnerships, The Fruit Route has made notable achievements in the fresh produce export industry. Their mission and values revolve around quality, reliability, and unmatched service. The company's geographic presence extends globally, serving a diverse customer base that values top-notch quality produce and exceptional service. As they continue to focus on their strategic direction, The Fruit Route aims to maintain their position as a leader in the industry, setting the standard for quality and consistency in every shipment.

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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.

The Fruit Route

South Africa

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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.