Breeding Resources

Why work with Business Process Management?

Business Process Management (BPM) aims to establish a comprehensive approach to optimizing CGIAR crop breeding activities. By creating Research Operational Standards, we focus on identifying, analyzing, and continuously improving core processes to enhance customer satisfaction, efficiency, productivity, and quality.

What are the benefits for breeders?

1. Risk mitigation in breeding programs: standards help identify potential risks such as disease susceptibility or environmental challenges early in the breeding process and take proactive steps to mitigate them.
   
2. Operational efficiency: implementing standards streamlines crop breeding processes, reducing duplication of efforts, optimizing resource allocation, and ultimately enhancing efficiency in developing new crop varieties.
3. Environmental stewardship: ISO standards related to environmental management help minimize the ecological footprint of crop breeding activities. By adopting sustainable practices and considering factors such as biodiversity conservation and ecosystem health, we can contribute to a more environmentally responsible approach to crop breeding.
4. Continuous improvement in breeding techniques: standards encourage a culture of continuous improvement within research Centers and partner Organizations. By regularly reviewing and refining operational breeding methodologies in line with these standards, we can stay at the forefront of innovation in crop breeding, striving for superior traits and performance.
5. Adoption of global best practices: standards serve as a reference point for incorporating global best practices into crop breeding programs. By leveraging the collective expertise and experience reflected in these standards, we can continuously improve the effectiveness and impact of crop breeding initiatives. 

And for end-users?

1. Enhanced crop quality and consistency: adhering to standards in breeding processes ensures that the quality of novel crop varieties remains consistent, meeting the expectations of farmers, distributors, and consumers alike.
2. Global market access: compliance with breeding operations standards is essential for crop varieties to gain acceptance in international markets. By aligning with these standards, we ensure that the products meet the regulatory requirements of various countries, facilitating market entry and trade opportunities.
3. Ensuring crop variety safety and reliability: adhering to standards for crop variety testing and evaluation ensures that released varieties are safe, reliable, and meet the needs of farmers and end-users. This commitment to quality assurance instils confidence in crop breeding efforts.

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For questions or to order BPM services, please contact Amer Najm, BPM Lead, at a.najm@cgiar.org.