How does Darden build quality into the supply chain.docx -...

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How does Darden build quality into the supply chain?
Darden built quality into the supply chain by having an extensive verification process from the source to
the restaurant and guests. Maintaining total quality inspection from the start of the chain and flow
through to the end. One key example of maintaining quality at Darden is when they make food vendors
go through strict audits with even more requirements the FDA require. They also make sure that the
ponds in which the shrimps are aqua-cultured are not contaminated. Another form of quality insurance
is the additional testing Darden does to ensure that the process and guidelines are constantly observed
with its suppliers. Temperatures need to be checked from for example the distribution center, to trucking
lines, to the restaurant, from the kitchen to the finished product inspected in end by the chef all to
ensure quality control.
Darden ensures this quality from food vendors by educating, training its vendors, packers, and confirms
that the vendors/packers continue to do the same with their suppliers. Another form of quality
insurance is the additional testing to the finished product inspected in end by the chef all to insure
quality control. Darden does to ensure that the process and guidelines are constantly observed with its