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The benchmarking procedure starts with a web
based assessment. The producer submits general
company data and provides evidence on
implemented management systems, safety
measures and certifications. The three dimensions
of sustainability - product people planet - are
interrogated online.
The provided data are screened and evaluated by
gsm. A communicational process is initiated to
cross check available information and the validity
and reliability of the data. If further details and/or
documents are needed, our experts will team up
with the producer/vendor for clarification of open
issues.
All data transmitted is assured as confidential by a
separate non-disclosure agreement, only the
results can be made public by the assessed
producer.
The
Benchmarking
Process
The benchmarking process
Based on the online-assessment results a basic
report is generated. This report reflects the overall
performance of a producer as well as details
concerning the different sustainability dimensions.
Producers can optionally vote for a site verification
audit as add on. The site audit has the objective to
check the online reported measures and systems
on-site. The results are documented in an
advanced report posted on the web platform.
Remediation, improvement and optimization can
be continued on a voluntary base in cooperation
with our qualified local partners. Experts in the
requested field such as environment or product
safety will guide the producer through the
improvement process for a better performance.