Flora Food Group's Strategic Move to Decarbonize Transportation

Flora Food Group, the largest plant-based consumer product company in the world, drives positive change for both people and the planet. Their sustainability journey reached a pivotal moment when Joe Paolantonio, the transportation manager at Flora Food Group, learned about Breakthrough’s CleanMile solution. What began as an initiative to reduce carbon emissions turned into a valuable partnership that reshaped their approach to sustainability.

Flora Food Group was initially intrigued by Breakthrough’s holistic approach to decarbonization and unwavering dedication to their clients' success. Encouraged by the promising opportunity analysis, Flora Food Group decided to integrate CleanMile into their operations. The results were immediate and impactful. Data analysis, advanced technology, and a robust team of transportation and sustainability experts provided actionable insights that empowered Paolantonio and his team to make informed, strategic decisions. As a result, Flora Food Group not only achieved a quantifiable reduction in carbon emissions, but also gained the confidence to pursue and execute additional sustainability initiatives.

Streamlined implementation for enhanced efficiency

At the start of 2024, Flora Food Group made a strategic move to incorporate CleanMile into their transportation management system, seeking actionable and data-driven sustainability solutions. The implementation process was seamless, with Breakthrough expertly guiding the internal team through several key meetings, clearly assigning roles and discussing execution details. Whether it was a phone call or text message, there was always a responsive Breakthrough team member ready to assist. This transparent and reliable communication was instrumental in moving the implementation forward, identifying process improvements and establishing a clear point of contact for any concerns that arose.

From top to bottom, the process was executed smoothly, leaving all stakeholders thoroughly satisfied, Ivy Huynh, head of logistics at Flora Food Group, shared, “From the onset, Breakthrough demonstrated a deep understanding of our sustainability goals and tailored their approach to meet our specific needs.” CleanMile instantly enhanced data clarity, making it easy for Flora Food Group to analyze their scope 1 & 3 transportation emissions and comprehend the intricacies of their transportation network.

Facilitating success through strong communication

Flora Food Group actively participated in Breakthrough's workshops to gain a comprehensive understanding of the strategic benefits and implementation process for their team. Following the workshops, Flora Food Group received access to the CleanMile dashboards, which enabled them to track, monitor, and measure emissions data in real-time. These visualizations displayed their lane-level emissions data and highlighted high-value opportunities. Paolantonio shared, “CleanMile packages together a very aesthetically pleasing and easy method to look at your data, understand your network, and put numbers behind your footprint.” In addition, Breakthrough provided specific and actionable recommendations, empowering Flora Food Group to shape their strategic roadmap and reduce their carbon footprint.

Utilizing the data-driven insights and recommendations, Paolantonio worked closely with Breakthrough to implement these strategies. This partnership not only helped reduce Flora Food Group’s carbon footprint, but also improved efficiency, reduced cost, and sparked innovation.

Leveraging data to empower growth

With the support of CleanMile, Flora Food Group can actively evaluate various operational scenarios, enabling a balance between cost management and their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives. By prioritizing emissions tracking and strategic transportation management, they demonstrate a strong commitment to environmental responsibility. With improved insight into their logistics network, Flora Food Group can assess the broader carbon impacts of scaling operations and enhancing efficiency. These scenarios, firmly rooted in data analysis and aligned with network priorities, provide confidence in their feasibility and effectiveness.

Flora Food Group sets the standard for sustainable transportation management

Flora Food Group is leading the way in sustainable transportation management with Breakthrough’s CleanMile solution. This partnership has helped Flora Food Group to meet its sustainability targets and enhance its competitive edge. By leveraging data-driven insights, advanced technology, and market expertise, Flora Food Group is ready to continue to move forward toward a more sustainable future.