1. Using your current or previous organization, determine the steps needed to develop a successful sustainability strategy and what basic behavioral changes may be required.
2. Why do you believe that Sodexo chose energy, water, and locally- and sustainably-sourced produce and seafood as its areas of focus for its sustainability strategy? What are the effects of these items upon the company’s profits and productivity?
3. What external sources are available to assist in developing sustainability measures of performance and certifications in the food industry?
4. Regarding GroBaby Foods, below are three options the company may follow:
a. Add sustainability metrics in renegotiating the contract with Bass.
b. Select Perdos.
c. No change in contract with Bass.
Which option do you think they should choose? How will this affect sustainability objectives, customer satisfaction, brand image, and organizational performance, including profits?
5. If GroBaby Foods decides to go with option (a) above, what are the steps needed to (1) ensure progress, and (2) maintain the supply chain partnership/supplier relationship management (SRM)?