Positioning
Food safety is not a question of documentation, but of process control. We combine HACCP methodology, standard requirements and real production flows into a system that holds up in the audit and works on the shop floor. With IFS Broker expertise we also cover trading stages.
What you achieve with us
- GFSI-recognised food safety management to FSSC 22000, IFS Food, IFS Broker or BRCGS.
- An HACCP plan with audit-grade depth that is lived on the shop floor.
- An effective food defence and food fraud programme (TACCP/VACCP).
- A prepared quality culture including actions and measurement.
- Smooth audit preparation — even when unannounced audits arrive on short notice.
What we actually do
IFS Food — manufacturers of processed food
Audit preparation and re-certification for manufacturers of processed food. Focus: product safety, quality and legal conformity along the IFS Food requirements.
IFS Broker — trading without own production
For trading companies that buy and sell food without own production. Focus: supplier management, traceability and product safety along the supply chain.
HACCP and PRP analysis
Hazard analysis, CCP determination, OPRPs, verification and validation — all documented and usable inside the plant.
Food defence / food fraud (TACCP/VACCP)
Threat and vulnerability assessments, mitigation actions, regular review mechanisms.
Allergen management and cross-contamination
Assessment of equipment, cleaning validation, labelling concept, training of production staff.
Quality culture
Setting up behavioural standards, a measurement system and actions to continuously improve the safety culture.
FSSC 22000 v6 migration
Structured transition to the new version including food loss management and ESG references.
Audit preparation and support
Mock audit, training shift teams for audit readiness, presence during the certification audit.
Certification in four phases
Gap Analysis
Assessment of the current state against the target standard — in writing, with effort estimate.
Concept
Action plan, document structure, responsibilities and timeline.
Implementation
Support with documentation, training and embedding processes in daily operations.
Certification audit
Internal audit, management review, support during the external certification audit.
What clients ask at the start
Which GFSI standard is right for us?
It depends on customer requirements, product and market. German retail often demands IFS Food, international markets tend towards FSSC 22000, UK supply BRCGS. We clarify this in the first hour.
We are a broker / trading stage — do we need IFS Broker?
If you buy and sell food without your own production: yes. IFS Broker covers the requirements for trading. We have our own auditor experience here.
What is new in FSSC 22000 version 6?
Extended requirements on food loss & waste, allergen management, quality culture and equipment management. We have prepared a migration guide — see Insights.
How does an unannounced audit affect daily operations?
With a lived system: barely. We prepare you so that an unannounced visit could happen in any shift without special measures.
Do you also train shift leaders and production staff?
Yes — with practice-oriented micro-trainings directly on the production floor, not pure classroom sessions.
How closely do you work with certification bodies?
We are independent and not tied to any specific body. On request we recommend suitable bodies or support you in switching.
"We used to be stressed before every audit. Now the internal audit is the stress point — the real audit has become routine."
Fits these industries
- Food Industry
- Animal feed manufacturing
- Food and feed trading
- Restaurant sector
Free initial consultation
30 minutes, no obligation to follow up. We clarify your situation and the target standard.