There is certainly considerable time, effort and investment committed to establishing and implementing an effective food safety management system, however at this point, the work has only just begun. Maintaining an effective food safety program that grows and develops with the business is as fundamental to ongoing operations as anything else the business may do. Systems and processes must be constantly monitored, assessed, and evolved in the pursuit of excellence and all of it must be underpinned by a healthy and deeply embedded food safety culture.

The industry approach to food safety has evolved in recent years, with food safety seen now as more about culture and less about ticking boxes as the gold standard. Though food safety can be measured in traditional ways, culture is much more instinctive and less specifically defined. The key is to translate the complexity of audits, documentation, and directions into practical strategies and measures that everyone can understand.

Food consumers today are more concerned than ever with the integrity and quality of the goods they buy. Smart businesses are learning compliance isn’t just a ‘must-do’ to maintain product safety and keep the regulators at bay.

Watch our on demand webinar to learn more about Food Safety Culture in the new People and Culture element of the BRCGS Food Safety Issue 8.

Due to the unprecedented impact that COVID-19 is having on the food industry, we have recorded a webinar; 'Crisis Management - Are You Ready for a Disruption?' to guide food safety professionals on what should be included in any crisis plan and pivotally - how to ensure that it is effective during an actual crisis.

As foodborne outbreaks and product recalls become more prevalent, it's essential food is held, stored, transported and delivered safely to their final destination.

The adoption and certification of a Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) benchmarked scheme enables you and your business to access global food markets, and manage your risks, whilst building trust and confidence in your product.

The ever-increasing complexity of the food supply chain translates to ever-increasing levels of risk, challenging an organisation’s ability to satisfy its customers in terms of quality, safety, integrity and continuity.