Homework: Planter's Peanuts as a Model of Innovation
Listen to the following short clip from NPR: Mr. Peanut's ride goes green. Review Planters sustainability mission, including "Our Mission," "Areas of Progress" (and all sub-categories under that heading), and "Planters Nutmobile."
o Prepare a two-page paper (excluding title and reference page), that addresses the following:
o How has Planters incorporated "green" energy and environmental considerations into the design of its facilities, products, services, and processes? Is the "Eco-Advantage Mindset" present in the Planters' strategy? Does Planters appear to be engaged in "Eco-Tracking"?
o How do Planters' supply chain decisions affect society and the environment?
o What are the limitations of using Planters Peanuts as a sustainable business model for other food manufacturers?
o Provide one example of a food manufacturer that could benefit from following Planters Peanuts as a model of sustainable business strategy. Explain the reasoning for your choice.
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.