Wednesday, 27 March 2019 / Published in Audit Prep, SQF

Top 10 SQF Version 8 Non-Conformances for 2019

Did you know that in 2018 there were about 6000 SQF audits globally? When I read that, I was struck by how many sites are audited to the standard. You may be aware that in 2018 the new edition 8 of SQF went into effect, which affected all of those sites worldwide.  Although the standard
Tuesday, 18 April 2017 / Published in GFSI, SQF

Safe Quality Foods (SQF 2000 Code) Edition 8.0 Update

Just like the weather, Food Safety Standards are constantly changing. Now that the latest update regarding Safe Quality Foods (SQF) 2000 Code, Edition 8.0 has been published, it is time to begin preparing for its implementation, starting on January 2, 2018. Below is a summary of some significant changes to the new Edition 8.0 compared
Wednesday, 15 March 2017 / Published in Uncategorized

Safe Food Alliance now offers SQF Edition 8 Training

Safe Food Alliance’s first-ever public training on the brand-new SQF Code Edition 8 will be held in Tulare, CA. Register today! Course Objectives Come and learn about the newest edition of SQF, just released this spring! Ideal for companies seeking new certification or as an update for companies currently certified to edition 7.2. Learn strategies
Wednesday, 18 May 2016 / Published in Uncategorized

Keeping Up-To-Date with GFSI/Schemes

Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), a non-profit foundation, was launched in May 2000 with a vision to drive continuous improvement in food safety to strengthen consumer confidence worldwide. The GFSI Foundation Board of Directors includes representation from major global retailers, food manufacturers and food service industries that provides the strategic direction and oversees the daily