— Jordi Rodriguez Pauli , South America Logistics Regional Director , Grupo Bimbo

operations by 2020 , and then globally by 2025 , every facet of Grupo Bimbo is undergoing a significant internal , and external transformation . “ Through various schemes , such as the Piedra Larga Wind Farm in Mexico and Bimbo Solar , installing solar panels in certain work centers , we are on our way to honoring our commitment ,” states Rodriguez .

“ In line with our sustainability efforts , we have implemented various actions to take care of our planet , including a comprehensive waste management strategy .” Additionally , the business participates in after-consumption recy- cling programs in several countries and promotes circular economy practices .

Throughout the transformation of its supply chain capabilities , however , Rodriguez Pauli explains that it is essential for Grupo Bimbo to continue to explore ways to improve the use of resources through data analysis , and gain a greater understanding of valueadded opportunities to drive further growth . Its extensive portfolio , focus on talent and geographic range have all filtered into its purpose , originally coined by founder Don Lorenzo Servitje , to be a “ sustainable , highly productive , and deeply humane company ”.

“ The management style has to change towards big data and will enable us to identify and boost talent . This transformation has begun in South Latam . We ’ ve been the first ones , and we , along with the HQ in Mexico , are defining the new way of operating and the new standards ,” observes Rodriguez Pauli . “ Like any change , it ’ s not easy , but for our part , we ’ re very happy to contribute first-hand to this transformation . It allows us to be innovative and

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