INSIGHT INTO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE IFS FOOD VERSION 8 REQUIREMENTS IN THE FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: KEY STEPS AND BENEFITS

Food safety is essential throughout the entire food chain. An efficient Food Safety Management System (FSMS) establishes a robust foundation for ensuring food safety by identifying and reducing risks, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting the continuous adaptation to emerging hazards a...

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Main Authors: MARIANA-LILIANA PĂCALĂ, CIPRIAN CĂPĂȚÂNĂ, SIMONA OANCEA
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Published: Alma Mater Publishing House "Vasile Alecsandri" University of Bacau 2024-12-01
Series:Scientific Study & Research: Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Food Industry
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Online Access:https://pubs.ub.ro/?pg=revues&rev=cscc6&num=202404&vol=4&aid=5690
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author MARIANA-LILIANA PĂCALĂ
CIPRIAN CĂPĂȚÂNĂ
SIMONA OANCEA
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description Food safety is essential throughout the entire food chain. An efficient Food Safety Management System (FSMS) establishes a robust foundation for ensuring food safety by identifying and reducing risks, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting the continuous adaptation to emerging hazards and control methods. This research focused on the implementation and updating of the FSMS in accordance with the requirements of the latest version of the IFS (International Featured Standards) Food standard, version 8 (v8), an internationally recognized standard for food safety, quality, and compliance in the supply chain. The study employed the action research method, combining the theoretical analysis of specialized literature with practical application in a food company, with the aim of facilitating the implementation process by identification of the key steps for the successful implementation of IFS Food v8 requirements. A case study is presented that analyzes the evolution of the FSMS in a food company, starting with the implementation of a Quality Management System (QMS) compliant with the ISO 9001:2000 standard. This system was gradually adapted and improved in line with changes in food safety standards, ultimately achieving certification in accordance with the requirements of IFS Food v8. Addressing relevant aspects has enabled us to highlight and classify the principal benefits of this implementation. This study contributes to the documentation aimed at enriching perspective and addressing multidisciplinary challenges in the field of FSMS. Also, it provides valuable insights for companies interested in implementing the IFS Food v8 standard, and easier access to emerging business opportunities in the food market.
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spelling doaj-art-8e3be9df3f914baab1c356da6d44e1e42025-01-10T10:35:56ZengAlma Mater Publishing House "Vasile Alecsandri" University of BacauScientific Study & Research: Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Food Industry1582-540X2024-12-01254455482https://doi.org/10.29081/ChIBA.2024.627INSIGHT INTO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE IFS FOOD VERSION 8 REQUIREMENTS IN THE FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: KEY STEPS AND BENEFITS MARIANA-LILIANA PĂCALĂ 0CIPRIAN CĂPĂȚÂNĂ1SIMONA OANCEA2“Lucian Blaga” University of Sibiu, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Food Industry and Environment Protection, 7-9 Dr. Ion Rațiu St., 550012 Sibiu, Romania“Lucian Blaga” University of Sibiu, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Food Industry and Environment Protection, 7-9 Dr. Ion Rațiu St., 550012 Sibiu, Romania“Lucian Blaga” University of Sibiu, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Food Industry and Environment Protection, 7-9 Dr. Ion Rațiu St., 550012 Sibiu, RomaniaFood safety is essential throughout the entire food chain. An efficient Food Safety Management System (FSMS) establishes a robust foundation for ensuring food safety by identifying and reducing risks, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting the continuous adaptation to emerging hazards and control methods. This research focused on the implementation and updating of the FSMS in accordance with the requirements of the latest version of the IFS (International Featured Standards) Food standard, version 8 (v8), an internationally recognized standard for food safety, quality, and compliance in the supply chain. The study employed the action research method, combining the theoretical analysis of specialized literature with practical application in a food company, with the aim of facilitating the implementation process by identification of the key steps for the successful implementation of IFS Food v8 requirements. A case study is presented that analyzes the evolution of the FSMS in a food company, starting with the implementation of a Quality Management System (QMS) compliant with the ISO 9001:2000 standard. This system was gradually adapted and improved in line with changes in food safety standards, ultimately achieving certification in accordance with the requirements of IFS Food v8. Addressing relevant aspects has enabled us to highlight and classify the principal benefits of this implementation. This study contributes to the documentation aimed at enriching perspective and addressing multidisciplinary challenges in the field of FSMS. Also, it provides valuable insights for companies interested in implementing the IFS Food v8 standard, and easier access to emerging business opportunities in the food market. https://pubs.ub.ro/?pg=revues&rev=cscc6&num=202404&vol=4&aid=5690fsmsfood chainsfood qualityfood safetyfood standardsifs foodimplementationrequirementsrisks
spellingShingle MARIANA-LILIANA PĂCALĂ
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INSIGHT INTO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE IFS FOOD VERSION 8 REQUIREMENTS IN THE FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: KEY STEPS AND BENEFITS
Scientific Study & Research: Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Food Industry
fsms
food chains
food quality
food safety
food standards
ifs food
implementation
requirements
risks
title INSIGHT INTO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE IFS FOOD VERSION 8 REQUIREMENTS IN THE FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: KEY STEPS AND BENEFITS
title_full INSIGHT INTO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE IFS FOOD VERSION 8 REQUIREMENTS IN THE FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: KEY STEPS AND BENEFITS
title_fullStr INSIGHT INTO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE IFS FOOD VERSION 8 REQUIREMENTS IN THE FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: KEY STEPS AND BENEFITS
title_full_unstemmed INSIGHT INTO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE IFS FOOD VERSION 8 REQUIREMENTS IN THE FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: KEY STEPS AND BENEFITS
title_short INSIGHT INTO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE IFS FOOD VERSION 8 REQUIREMENTS IN THE FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: KEY STEPS AND BENEFITS
title_sort insight into the implementation of the ifs food version 8 requirements in the food safety management system key steps and benefits
topic fsms
food chains
food quality
food safety
food standards
ifs food
implementation
requirements
risks
url https://pubs.ub.ro/?pg=revues&rev=cscc6&num=202404&vol=4&aid=5690
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