Global Markets
Understanding GFSI’s ‘Race to the Top’ | Webinar
Thank you to all those who participated in GFSI’s first webinar of 2021! If you were not able to make the live session, we invite you to read the summary below or watch the recording. We invite you to join GFSI leadership on 25th March, the third day of the virtual GFSI Conference, […]
GFSI
Update on Temporary Audit Measures During Covid-19 Pandemic
Editor’s note: The Global Food Safety Initiative is monitoring the evolving Covid-19 situation on a daily basis and is committed to publishing timely updates and announcements in this space. Please check back here regularly and ensure you are subscribed to receive GFSI News. Food operations everywhere are feeling the effects caused by COVID-19. Around […]
Certification
FAQs: Certificates Issued Against Programmes Undergoing Recognition
GFSI has received feedback from stakeholders expressing uncertainty about the recognition status of certificates issued against programmes during the period that such programmes were undergoing recognition. Certificates issued during this period are not yet GFSI recognised, and this lack of clarity has created challenges for sites in meeting supply chain assurance requirements. To address these […]
GFSI
GFSI and COVID-19 – A Harmonised Approach to Exceptional Circumstances
GFSI is happy to share our position for a harmonised risk assessment as part of our ongoing support for food businesses facing continued impediments to certification due to the COVID19 pandemic. Several months into the COVID19 pandemic, travel restrictions continue to impede audits and certification to a GFSI-recognised programmes. The effects of the […]
Certification
Global Collaboration, Enhanced Food Safety: The Benchmarking Requirements 2024 Unveiled
The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) is excited to announce the much anticipated release of its revised Benchmarking Requirements (BMRs) version 2024. This significant milestone represents a commitment to enhancing food safety programmes worldwide and safeguarding consumer health. Aligned with Codex Alimentarius and ISO 22003, these science-based requirements enable a common understanding and mutual trust in […]
Certification
Important Update on Certificate Recognition Status
Background GFSI has received feedback from stakeholders expressing uncertainty about the recognition status of certificates issued following an audit undertaken against programmes during the period that such programmes were “undergoing recognition“. Certificates issued against audits undertaken during this period are not yet GFSI-recognised. This lack of clarity has created challenges for many certified sites in […]
Certification
GFSI Response to US FDA Announcement on the Launch of Voluntary Pilot Programme to Evaluate Alignment of Third-Party Food Safety Standards with FSMA Rules
The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) welcomes the announcement by the FDA of the establishment of a voluntary pilot programme to evaluate third-party food safety certification programmes and recognises the value that reliable third-party certification brings to regulators in the delivery of their regulatory oversight activities. However, GFSI is clear that the role of third-party […]
Certification
Call for Participation: Join GFSI’s Benchmarking and Harmonisation Working Group
The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) recently released its revised Benchmarking Requirements (BMRs) version 2024, a testament to our commitment to improving food safety programmes globally and protecting consumer health. The new BMRs v2024 were made possible by the members of the Benchmarking Harmonisation Working Group (BHWG), who worked diligently to deliver the group’s mandate. […]
GFSI
4 GFSI Myths, Busted: The Truth About Auditors, CPOs and Regulations
There is always more to learn about GFSI! In the months since stepping into the role of Director last October, I’ve been focused on truly understanding the all facets of the critical and unique role GFSI plays in the global food safety ecosystem. As part of this process, I’ve encountered a few misconceptions […]
Certification
GLOBALG.A.P Certification at Closed Plant Factories in Japan
GFSI Japan Local Group Communication WG (GFSI): We spoke with Takao Akita, Executive Officer of Vitec Vegetable Factory Co., Ltd., one of the largest plant factory operators in Japan, which obtained GLOBALG.A.P. for all 5 factories in Japan. Vitec Vegetable Factory Co., Ltd. (VVF): Our parent company is Restar Holdings Corporation (HQ: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo) which […]
GFSI
One Standard for the Food Industry? | Ask GFSI
GFSI has recently received some questions around the opportunity to converge towards a unique standard for food safety. In today’s post, we respond to these questions and explain the GFSI position on this topic. For those who know GFSI well, you know that we provide a framework for harmonising food safety Certification Programmes, while leaving […]
Certification
GFSI Benchmarking Process Handbook Version 2024
This Process Handbook provides detailed guidance and clarity on the Benchmarking Process outlining key steps, best practices, and examples where necessary to support with the implementation process for Certification Programmes Owners.
Certification
GFSI Benchmarking Implementation Handbook Version 2024
This Implementation Handbook provides detailed guidance and clarity on the Benchmarking Process outlining key steps, best practices, and examples where necessary to support with the implementation process for Certification Programmes Owners.
Governance
GFSI SteerCo Meeting Summary: Stronger Relationships, Stronger Food Safety Systems
Trust is undisputedly a fundamental ingredient in the recipe for food safety progress, so it comes as no surprise that it held such a prominent place at the recent GFSI Conference. The topic of trust was the guest of honour, referenced throughout the conference week in nearly every plenary speech, every breakout session and every […]
Certification
How GFSI’s Partnership with IAF Benefits Stakeholders
On the heels of World Food Safety Day underlining that Food Safety is Everyone’s Business, today’s World Accreditation Day marks the role of Accreditation in Improving Food Safety. GFSI is delighted that the cross-industry International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has chosen to focus on food safety for the 2020 edition. This world day is an exceptional vehicle to raise awareness […]
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