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30 Jul 2020
Certification
GFSI Remote Auditing Update
As many of you have heard, a much-anticipated announcement from GFSI was published on June 11th, 2020, approving the amended benchmarking requirements that will allow for the use of Information Communication Technology (ICT) as part of the GFSI benchmarked certification audits. The decision by the GFSI Board was made after careful consideration and feedback […]
News Update
03 Sep 2020
GFSI
Call for Participation | Information and Communication Technologies in Auditing
GFSI is seeking academic experts to join a Working Group on the use of Information and Communication Technologies in auditing. The use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) (1) has been growing steadily in daily lives, both at home and at work, and increasingly in auditing practices. ‘Remote’ audit practices are already common in some […]
News Update
05 Nov 2020
GFSI
Call for Evidence on the Use of Information and Communication Technologies in Food Safety Auditing
GFSI is seeking evidence on the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in food safety auditing to inform the work of the Working Group on the use of Information and Communication Technologies in auditing. The use of Information and Communication Technologies has been growing steadily in daily life, both at home and at work, […]
Blog
14 Apr 2021
People and Technology Are the Heart and Future of Auditing
/SPONSORED CONTENT/ After the conference, it’s time to reflect on the common trends of moving forward after a year of disruption and how technology and auditors will continue to move GFSI forward, especially in terms of trust and confidence in auditing. My colleagues and I had a great experience at this year’s GFSI Conference, held […]
News Update
24 Nov 2020
Certification
There Is Still Time to Share Your Remote Audit Experiences | Interview with ICT Expert Panel
Since the beginning of the pandemic, the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in all aspects of daily lives has unquestionably skyrocketed. With the difficulties of conducting face-to-face audits, GFSI has addressed the efficacy of ICT for food safety audits. In the spring, GFSI introduced new Benchmarking Requirements providing a framework for the use […]
News Update
16 Oct 2020
Certification
GFSI Extends Measures for Food Businesses Facing Ongoing Certification Disruption
Today GFSI is issuing an updated position on mitigating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on GFSI-recognised audits and certification. This new position is designed to provide clarity on the options available to certified organisations and those seeking certification for the first time, when full onsite audits may not be possible. The full position can […]
Press Release
04 Nov 2021
Consultation
GFSI Sets First-ever Benchmarking Requirements for Food Safety Auditor Training and Development to Boost Take-up of Critical Role
PARIS, 4th November 2021 – The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), a Coalition of Action of The Consumer Goods Forum, has today launched the first-ever set of Benchmarking Requirements for food safety auditor Professional Recognition Bodies. By raising the profile of the profession of auditing, and focusing entry requirements on competence, the aim is […]
News Update
05 Sep 2023
Technical Equivalence
GFSI Steering Committee Sets Course for Change
PARIS, 1 September 2023 – The GFSI Steering Committee meeting in April recharged its mission to bring new life to the Race to the Top. The framework dominated the two-day meeting held prior to the GFSI Conference in Atlanta. Steerco discussion looked at ways to refine priorities for 2023 and beyond, including engagement with CPOs […]
Blog
11 Mar 2021
Sponsored Content
Embracing Technology to Drive Food Safety Forward
/SPONSORED CONTENT/ 2020 has brought many unexpected challenges – for the food and beverage industry and for us as individuals – that no one could have predicted. But we rallied, we stepped up and we re-envisioned. Despite all the change, people and organizations found their centers. We met disruptions with disruptive solutions. NSF’s focus remained […]
News Update
08 Apr 2020
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 […]
Blog
12 Nov 2020
Certification
GFSI Answers Our Two Most Frequently Asked Questions
Here at GFSI, the two questions we receive most often both have to do with the certification process – namely, “How do I get ‘GFSI certified?'” and ‘Is this standard GFSI-recognised?’ Today, GFSI Senior Technical Manager Marie-Claude Quentin is here to walk us through the recognition process in more detail, and explain how you can […]
News Update
06 Feb 2020
GFSI Conference
8 Food Safety Solutions, 15 Minutes Each: What Will You Learn at the GFSI Tech Talks?
At the GFSI Conference, a networking break never means a break from the action! To get the most out of the minutes between plenaries and breakout sessions, grab a coffee and make your way to the Presentation Theatre at the heart of the bustling GFSI Village. In this relaxed setting, scientists and experts from around […]
Blog
26 Oct 2021
Consultation
Introducing a New Pathway for Food Safety Auditors
Today, there is an increasing risk of a shortage of auditors, due to a combination of increase in auditing demand, and more auditors retiring than newcomers joining the profession. Many in the industry have been sounding the alarm for some time now about the growing challenges surrounding this profession – a profession which is at […]
Blog
31 Mar 2021
Sponsored Content
The Time to Digitise is Now
/SPONSORED CONTENT/ While the COVID-19 pandemic has created many obstacles for the food industry, enterprising manufacturers are speeding up their digitization plans to overcome these barriers. In the process, they are realizing that new digital tools can have transformative effects across their organisations. Digital technologies aren’t just providing short term benefits. They are changing the […]
Blog
19 Mar 2021
Sponsored Content
Food safety in times of crisis: Has the pandemic changed our supply chain management approach?
/SPONSORED CONTENT/ Consumers rely on us for food to be provided safely under any circumstances. When forced to tackle something as invasive and prolonged as the pandemic, how is the industry tackling the challenge and are lessons learned impacting supply chain strategies? Food fraud, cross-contamination and defense risks, as well as increased food declaration and […]
News Update
07 Sep 2020
GFSI
New GFSI Japan Local Group Chair Kotani and New Vice-Chair Ishikawa Talk About Their Aspirations
In January, Masanori Kotani (Amazon Japan G.K.) assumed office as the Chair of the GFSI Japan Local Group, with Atsushi Ishikawa (Harada Tea Processing Co., Ltd.) assuming office as the Vice-Chair. This interview was postponed due to COVID-19 crisis, and was conducted in June for the two to speak on future policies and activities […]
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