“It’s all about protecting ourselves, then taking care of the problem”
“Quality is about doing it right first time, but it does not come easy. It requires real effort to make changes, learn from mistakes, and embrace new standards”
“Buying grain is a business that relies absolutely on relationships”
Our responsibilities in emergency situations do not stop at our gates.
“Success requires excellent communication with customers and a collaborative attitude that has us all working together efficiently”
“Logistics is essentially the glue that joins every part of the business together”
Spotting opportunities like the growth in the ‘health and wellness’ market means listening to customers – and being prepared to make bold investments.
“When you volunteer, it not only makes you feel good about the work you are doing in the community, but it also creates opportunities to learn more about each other”
To help our customers, we need to think about what their customers want.
Academic research has brought workplace benefits to three ambitious US employees who are aiming to complete MBA degrees at Illinois State University in 2010.
“I was very encouraged by the willingness of supervisors to work with me and explain the importance of the job”
“Health claim legislation in Europe is changing, and we have to adapt”
“It is ideal to be able to say to customers: ‘We’ve developed this prototype because consumers have told us that they want higher fibre, lower fat”
“Our product is very often ‘competitive advantage’; we’re a bit of a secret weapon for our customers”
“We tell customers: ‘we can help you, we know our ingredients, and we understand your needs. We can be the extra R&D department you do not have in house’.”
“It is not just weight loss that matters, it is a healthy lifestyle, with exercise and the right diet. It brings benefits in attitude and focus”
"To get products to customers that quickly relies on an efficient ‘pilot plant’ – where ideas can be thoroughly tested and costs saved"
“We assist customers in formulating good-tasting products that deliver”
Corn is a completely ‘renewable’ resource. Turning it into products previously made from petro-chemicals can be good for the environment – and for business.