All Things Organic™ 2008: Sustainability How-To for the Organic Industry: Creating your business plan

The organic industry has always been a leader in sustainable business practices; today it continues to show the way by pursuing innovative operational improvements that further benefit people, the environment, and the bottom line. Increasingly, industry leaders are launching “green teams” and hiring “sustainability managers” to identify opportunities to implement sustainable business practices. As with any organizational initiative, starting with a well-formulated plan is key to generating organizational buy-in and providing a roadmap for your effort. This session will review the elements of a successful plan including clarifying sustainability values and vision, identifying high priority projects, coordinating efforts company-wide, and measuring progress.