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To B or not to B? There are many brands out there striving to do the right thing for the planet and society. I admire any business looking to not only tread carefully, but actively give back to community and the environment. If B-Corp certification is a motivator for this, then that can only be a good thing. That being said, when single-use plastic water company Evian received B-Corp status back in 2021, something didn’t sit right with me. What does this say about the criteria for B-Corp certification, and what is that telling consumers? I feel very on the fence about whether prioritising time to achieve B-Corp status is the right thing to do. We take care with our ingredient choices, production methods, packaging choices etc. and we’re always striving to improve for the sake of doing-the-right-thing, but is the effort worth it if the B-Corp status has lost credibility? Thoughts….

We could not be happier round here at Grow Good offices this morning! Another awesome Aotearoa New Zealand business has earned their B Corp badge so a big 'yay you' to Phoebe Edge and the whole team at PS/digital - we love your mahi. PS/digital are a creative agency based in #wellington that delivers creative solutions for positive change, check them out if you're after a creative agency. And if you're ready to be an awesome B Corp like PS/Digital, and if you think you might like some help with that, give us a call here at Grow Good. It's what we do. To learn more about B Corp,  we have: ➡️  Our free e-book "To B Or Not To B; The What, Why & How of B Corp" is the DEFINITIVE guide to B Corp - https://bit.ly/BCorpEBook ➡️  This story about how we helped the amazing humans at Jeuneora get B Corp and get purpose at work - https://bit.ly/casestudyj ➡️  “The B Better Podcast" https://bit.ly/BeBPod, where we talk to B Corps about their journey to B Corp & Beyond and our YouTube channel https://bit.ly/GGCoYoTu for more B Corp-related content ➡️  Feeling like you’re ready to B Better and want to see if we can help? Well, then, let’s have a chat! Book a call here - https://bit.ly/BookGGCall #getbcorpcert #bcorp #esg #purposedrivenbusiness #growgood #purposefuelledperformance #getpurposeatwork #sustainability #bbetter #inpursuitofpurpose #impact #bcorpconsultant #nzbcorps #nzbusiness #bcorpcertified #greenbusiness #businessforgood 

🌟 Happy October 1st! As we kick off a new month, it’s the perfect time to focus on food safety and compliance. Today, we’re sharing a fresh blog post packed with actionable insights on how to ensure your kitchen and team are always operating at the highest standards. 🍽️ Check out our latest blog because in this post, we cover: 📝 Key strategies to prevent foodborne illnesses 📝 The importance of ongoing safety training 📝 How compliance can enhance your business reputation 🔗 Read the full blog here 👇 and elevate your food safety practices. Let’s make this month about keeping our workplaces safe, compliant, and customer-friendly! https://lnkd.in/eUNrYQvw #FoodSafety #Compliance #FoodSafetyTraining #Hospitality #October2024 #FoodSafetyForManagers #StayCompliant #SafeFoodHandling #SaruInternational #HospitalityManagement

Did you know your local restaurant has many similarities to a highly regulated life science organization? Both must go through audits and inspections to keep the business healthy. In this video, we compare these two types of businesses to help you understand the unique differences between an audit and an inspection. #veeva #learngxp #audits #inspections #fda

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Welcome to day 14 of our Christmas countdown, where we take a hard look at B Corp. It's an organisation that initially gained respect for recognising businesses with a strong commitment to social and environmental performance. B Corp's certifications were seen as a testament to a company's genuine dedication to positive change. However, recent decisions have cast a shadow over its credibility. 😔 The controversy ignited with B Corp's decision to certify Nestle, a company with a history of questionable ethical practices, including bottling water in drought-stricken areas and selling it back to local communities. This move sparked a debate about the authenticity and rigour of B Corp's certification process. How could a company, whose actions seemed at odds with B Corp's values, receive its stamp of approval? 🤔 B Corp defended this decision, stating that significant positive impact is only possible by working with large multinational corporations. They argue that bringing such giants into the fold can influence them towards better practices. But this rationale has not sat well with many. The certification of a company like Nestle suggests that the standards for B Corp certification might not be as comprehensive as we once may have thought. 👎 This situation has led to a growing scepticism about the B Corp certification. If companies like Nestle, with all their controversial actions, can achieve this certification, it raises questions about the certification's real value. It suggests that perhaps the certification is more attainable than it should be, potentially turning it into a mere marketing tool rather than a mark of true commitment to ethical practices. 🤑 The impact of this controversy extends to consumer trust as well. The B Corp logo once stood as a reliable indicator of a company's ethical and sustainable practices, but now consumers have to look deeper and do their own research before they trust a B Corp certified company. Can the logo still be trusted as a mark of ethical business, or has it become a symbol that can be acquired too easily by companies whose practices don't fully align with B Corp's original mission? 😫 B Corp's example shows that there is certainly a balance that needs to be struck between increasing the influence, reach, and profitability of a business versus keeping true to its original values. Unfortunately, it looks like the scale tipped over towards profitability in B Corp's case. ⚖️ #ValuesOverProfit #BusinessDecisions #TechForGood #BcorpCertification #ValuesMatter

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🎉 Welcome back to Bloom Technical's SR&ED Academy! 🎉 Today we are going dive into an interesting SR&ED case that went all the way to Tax Court of Canada. In a landmark ruling, Canafric Inc., a pioneer in food manufacturing, successfully contested the CRA’s denial of their SR&ED claims for innovating frozen pie recipes (2013-2016). Their goal? To extend shelf life without preservatives, incorporate health-conscious ingredients, and ensure quality post-freezing. The CRA labeled their efforts as mere "trial and error" and criticized the lack of documentation. However, the Tax Court of Canada saw it differently, recognizing Canafric’s structured investigations and adjustments to meet client needs as valid SR&ED activities. This verdict emphasizes the importance of structured experimentation and diligent record-keeping in claiming SR&ED credits. A reminder to all in the R&D and tax credit space: innovation, coupled with meticulous documentation, is key to overcoming scrutiny. Let's celebrate Canafric’s victory as a step forward in recognizing the technological strides in food manufacturing! For more cases like this check out our blog at: https://buff.ly/3VcGMKR #SR&ED #Innovation #FoodTech #TaxCredits

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Exciting news! I'm thrilled to share that I've recently earned a certificate in “Design Food Facilities. This certification equips me with the knowledge and skills to create safe, efficient, and compliant food production environments. A special thanks to CFI غرفة الصناعات الغذائية and Land O'Lakes Venture37 such a valuable and informative course. #foodsafety #foodproduction #foodfacilitydesign #certification"