Our Services
Quality
Delivering the highest quality produce to the customer and exceeding expectations is our goal. We focus on quality in all aspects of the supply chain and provide full oversight and product management from field to fork. Our team works hard to support you and will take a “boots on the ground” approach to evaluate products, supply chain partner facilities and production performance. Continuously tracking market conditions, weather and other factors impacting quality, we will proactively communicate any anticipated supply challenges and partner with you on the best sourcing plan to maintain quality during challenging times. Experienced in supplier benchmarking and tracking KPIs, we will develop and implement quality monitoring programs to ensure the best quality product day in and day out.
Food Safety
Protecting the brand is a top priority and our experience in the industry is unmatched; we will collaborate with you on food safety needs and support to keep your brand out of the food safety incident headlines. Our strong relationships with industry experts will ensure that you are compliant with current industry standards and are prepared for future regulatory updates. We take a collaborative approach to data collection and food safety documentation and will assist with quick and accurate responses to incidents ensuring all corrective actions are completed. Our team is actively involved in industry organizations such as the Center of Produce Safety and the International Fresh Produce Association.
Supply Protection
Even with the best laid plans, unexpected supply events are going to happen in the world of fresh produce. Our team’s long-standing relationships with trusted growers and suppliers allows us to keep you covered during active markets and short supply events. We will review market conditions on a daily basis and diversify with seasonal/regional contracting for supply chain coverage. Have an upcoming LTO, new product launch or menu overhaul? We can help ensure that you are ready with the best quality product prior to launch and develop a strategic plan to ensure supply at the restaurant level.
Pricing & Contract Management
Our decades of experience in negotiating pricing and contracts allows us to take the guesswork out of costs. Relationships with major growers, packers and processors creates value and enhances long-term strategic procurement plans. We will create the program that works best for your brand and can incorporate multi-tier contracting and pricing models and local regional programs. Transparency and trust are at the forefront of our core values, and we will collaborate on cost models and overarching contract strategy. Our independence from any supplier, grower or distribution network allows us to focus on your goals and develop a program using the best suppliers to meet your needs.
Distribution & Logistics
Getting the right product in the right place at the right time is necessary for freshness and quality. Our industry expertise in cold chain and delivery schedule optimization will ensure timely delivery of products with limited touchpoints. Educating the field on best practices and ensuring handling guides are followed is essential for product quality at the restaurant level; our team can support trainings and information sharing from field to fork.