Fifteen years after its initial publication, the international standard for supply chain security management systems is up for revision. The new version, scheduled for publication at the start of 2022, …
IFS Recertification – What to do if an on-site audit can‘t take place?
An IFS certificate is valid for a maximum of 12 months. In order to receive a new certificate before it expires, an on-site audit must take place. However, in times …
FSSC 22000 releases Version 5.1
FSSC 22000 has published a new revision that will become mandatory on April 1, 2021. Learn what the background is and what changes you can expect below. The Global Food …
Food Safety Culture: New Legal Requirements at EU Level
Note: This post was updated on May 25, 2021. The implementation of a food safety culture effectively reduces a company’s vulnerability to food fraud. This awareness is gaining ground, even …
Mandatory Unannounced Audits for BRCGS and IFS
Earlier this year, the Global Food Safety Initiative published Version 2020 of its benchmarking requirements. The consequences are significant: unannounced audits will become mandatory for all GFSI-benchmarked certification schemes. This …
Food safety in times of Corona – New BRCGS audit protocols
The confidence of consumers and customers in food safety must be maintained at all times, and perhaps even more so at times of crisis. Standards and certification continue to play …