Exclusive page for retailers

IFS – Supporting the retail, wholesale and food service sector

As a joint venture between the French and German retail federations, FCD and HDE, we understand the unique dynamics of the sector. Our standards and services are tailored to meet its specific challenges and opportunities.

Leveraging this expertise, our certifications and services help retail, wholesale, and food service companies improve product safety and quality management, strengthen supplier relationships, and support supply chain management.

On this webpage, we provide targeted information and exclusive documents for businesses holding retailer accounts in the IFS Database.

Exclusive Documents

These documents contain information exclusive to retail, wholesale and food service businesses working with IFS Certifications. They encompass specific information on selected topics or IFS Services.

IFS Allgemeine Geschäftsbedingungen für IFS Retailer-Accounts in der IFS Datenbank und das Application Programming Interface (Englisch)

IFS Local fact sheet for retail, wholesale and food service (Englisch)

Search for all IFS Documents that are publicly available to our stakeholders, including standards, doctrines, guidelines and fact sheets.

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Database

Search for new suppliers, follow existing suppliers, and access current certification data. Receive automatic notifications of certification status updates, and verify IFS Certificates or Letters of Confirmation. Go to the database.

API

Seamlessly connect your IT system to the IFS Database. Make data exchange and working with IFS Certifications more efficient and convenient. View the terms & conditions. If you want to learn more about the API, email us.

Inhouse Training and Supplier Development

Ensure your team or suppliers are up to date with IFS Standards, Programs, Checks, and specific technical topics through tailor-made in-house training for quality management teams. Email us for more information.

Risk Management

Monitor food raw material safety risks with the IFS Trend Risk Monitor and WordCloud. Identify potential food fraud issues and customise your dashboard to track relevant trends. You will automatically receive the monthly IFS Trend Risk Report, an overview of published data from around the world. Learn more about IFS Risk Management.

Contact

Our team is here to support you. Get in touch with us if you have questions, need guidance on our services, or want to learn how IFS can support your business. Contact your regional IFS Representative or email us.

Inform your Suppliers

If you want your suppliers to be certified or assessed under an IFS Standard, Program, or Check, they can always visit the IFS Homepage and select the relevant standard, program or check from the portfolio menu, which you can also see below. These pages are tailored to suppliers and provide:

general descriptions of the standard, program, or check
benefits of being assessed or certified
step-by-step “roadmaps to certification” including search options for approved training providers, consultants, certification bodies and assessment services providers
relevant documents in the document hub

You are welcome to add the relevant link(s) to your supplier information or management system to ensure your suppliers have access to reliable information and trusted contacts related to IFS Standards, Programs, and Checks.