Global Standards: What Do They Really Mean?
How do we define global standards? Do we concern ourselves about food safety in supply chain or just the areas we are involved in? At Modal Solutions, we are dependent on the immense knowledge of those who work in farming, food production, and food process and manufacture whose diligence and dedication is vital to the […]
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Advance Food Traceability System
Monitoring Foods Along The Supply Chain – Researchers target a new era of enhanced quality control. By Johnny Roberts A cross-Canada research team is developing an innovative traceability system to ensure the authenticity of foods and other consumer goods as they move along the supply chain. Canadians have grown increasingly concerned about food quality and […]
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What Is The Difference Between Auditing and Certification?
While auditing is a key aspect of any food safety certification program, there are additional components which can provide greater assurance requirements are being met. Traditional 3rd party audits are typically a one day-audits, resulting in an audit report that notes areas of conformance and non-conformance against established criteria. The supplier could then share the […]
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Why Is Certification Important To My Business?
There are several benefits of obtaining certification to a global standard. The certification Demonstrates commitment to, and compliance with, the highest international standards Demonstrates compliance with customer requirements Opens the door to new global markets Provides a framework for continuous food safety and quality improvement GFSI-benchmarked certification programs are raising the bar for the food […]
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Food Safety Goes Global
When I was asked to write a blog for Global Food Safety Resource, I was interested in addressing the aspect of global food safety issues. After all, our world is a global village with many countries facing similar food safety issues. Whether due to the lack of potable water, improper cooking of the food, an […]
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Food Safety is a Matter of Trust
According to the National Restaurant Association, a typical day in the United States will find over 130 million people eating at least one meal outside the home. In addition to the 945,000 restaurants that are available, consumers will purchase meals at a variety of secondary dining establishments including grocery stores, convenience stores, hospitals, schools, lodging […]
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Food Safety Not Just About Following Standards
New website a ‘critical resource’ to improve international food standards Toronto, Canada – News reports about food safety issues and large food recalls are becoming a common occurrence and in some instances, consumers are finding themselves the unwitting victims of a devastating food-borne illness. As a result, governments and businesses from around the world are […]
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