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Pinned  The importance of human skills and digital systems in monitoring food safety

In an era where digital tools are transforming food safety management, the balance between technology and human expertise is more critical than ever. Andrew Thomson and Dr. Matthew Wilson explore how integrating advanced monitoring systems with essential human skills like critical thinking and leadership can elevate food safety standards. This article delves into the synergy between digital innovation and human involvement, revealing why both elements are indispensable for safeguarding our food supply.

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FoodReady Announces Major Upgrade to its AI-Powered Platform

FoodReady Announces Major Upgrade to its AI-Powered Platform, Further Revolutionizing Food Safety and Quality Management. New AI-Powered Tools, Enhanced Inventory Management, and Advanced Traceability Features Launched for Food Manufacturers and Distributors.

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METTLER TOLEDO Helps Manufacturers Cut Costs and Risk with Test Before You Invest Programme

With operational costs rising and production line efficiency under pressure, manufacturers need to be confident that any new equipment investment will deliver value. That’s why METTLER TOLEDO Product Inspection is spotlighting its Test Before You Invest programme - a global service designed to help food, pharmaceutical and packaging manufacturers make informed product inspection choices through hands-on testing, real performance data and expert support.

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The Key to Audit Preparedness in Your Food-Processing Facility

Although the pest control portion of an audit may account for up to 20 percent of your final score, it’s not worth losing points or failing because of a preventable issue. Pest issues can cause multiple problems for your business, and not always the way you think. Certainly, they can damage or contaminate product and finished goods. They can harm or even destroy your hard-earned reputation and brand leading to loss of valuable business. Pests can affect the health and safety for your employees and make it difficult to maintain staffing levels effecting your productivity and ability to meet your customers’ needs. Staying audit-ready year-round will help you ensure you ace the pest control portion of your next inspection, whether planned or unexpected.

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Sources of Contamination in Food Grade Compressed Air

By Jenny Palkowitsh | Business Development Director | Trace Analytics, LLC

Dynamic, fluid, and critical, compressed air systems can be an overlooked source of contamination in food, beverage, and packaging manufacturing. Contaminated compressed air can be detrimental to end-products, ultimately affecting bottom line numbers and company reputation. Many facilities establish monitoring plans and programs but neglect a vital part of that process: testing. Compressed air testing allows users to identify and remediate contamination in the system before it affects products. Regular testing ensures that maintenance schedules and programs are adequate and working as expected. But how does contamination enter a compressed air system? There are a wide range of sources that contamination can come from including the compressor itself, the distribution piping, the intake, and regular maintenance activities. One of the benefits of regular testing is the ability to troubleshoot the sources of contamination.

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