IFS desarrolla normas de calidad y seguridad de productos, y programas de desarrollo reconocidos en todo el mundo gracias a la experiencia de minoristas, fabricantes, entidades de certificación y otros expertos. Con nuestra ayuda, las empresas aumentan la fiabilidad de sus productos y marcas a través la práctica de una cultura de seguridad de los productos y alimentos.
El Programa de Integridad de IFS asegura la correcta aplicación de nuestras normas.
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Con la acreditación de las entidades de certificación que trabajan con nosotros y las Normas IFS, garantizamos que nuestro trabajo se base en normas internacionales uniformes y, por tanto, en estándares de calidad objetivamente verificables. Para nosotros, la acreditación significa seguridad y confianza en nuestros productos.
Hacer que los procesos, las estructuras y los modelos empresariales sean más sostenibles, es un reto constante para muchas empresas. Para ayudar especialmente a las pequeñas y medianas empresas a integrar los principios ambientales, sociales y de gobernanza (ASG), IFS ofrece el Programa IFS ESG Check. Con esta herramienta, te apoyamos en tu camino hacia un futuro más sostenible y socialmente responsable.
Asegúrate de la integridad del producto con IFS. Te ayudamos a comprender y controlar mejor los riesgos relacionados con la integridad del producto y el fraude alimentario. Con nuestra Evaluación IFS PIA, demostrarás a tu cliente que entregas el producto de acuerdo con su especificaciones y que gestionas los riesgos de integridad adecuadamente.
We are pleased to announce the publication of version 3 of the IFS Wholesale and Cash & Carry Standard.
"After eight years, we decided it was time for an update. We consulted with the industry, retailers, and certification bodies to develop a standard tailored to the specific needs of this industry. We aligned it with the other IFS Standards, optimised the protocol, and introduced a new logo colour. I thank everyone who contributed to realising this new standard version," says IFS Managing Director Stephan Tromp.
The most significant changes in version 3 are the reduction of the modules from four to two, a leaner protocol with fewer requirements, an updated scoring system, the introduction of voluntary unannounced audits, and better-defined applicability.
Audits to version 3 can start on 1 May 2025 and will become mandatory on 1 November 2025.
IFS Wholesale and Cash & Carry is our standard for assessing the safety and quality of products and processes of wholesalers, cash & carry businesses, and packing companies. These businesses are an essential link between growers, manufacturers, and the catering industry. The standard supports sites in meeting the growing transparency and traceability demands in the market and contributes to increased efficiency.
Major players in wholesale and cash & carry, as well as companies packing vegetables, fruits and eggs, use the standard to have their sites audited, thus raising the quality of their services to the next level. Last year, 805 sites passed the audit and received the IFS Certificate. The certificate shows that the certified site is a reliable business partner that handles products in a safe, responsible and professional way.
IFS offers guidance, including guidelines and various tools, to support businesses in reaching IFS Certification and further enhancing their product safety and quality management. Recognised IFS Consultants can help you implement the requirements and train your staff. Follow the link to the webpage below to learn more about the roadmap to certification and the support for IFS certified sites.
Accreditation is new for the IFS Wholesale and Cash & Carry standard. The process with the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) for recognition under the sub-scopes of product certification of the IAF Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) is in progress. IAF MLA signatories mutually recognise accredited certification. This helps to reduce trade barriers, as accredited certificates are recognised in many markets based on a single accreditation.
The standard is available in English on our website. Translations will follow, and we will inform you about them on LinkedIn and in newsletters.
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The IFS CB Conference took place in Berlin on 10 and 11 October 2024. At this annual event, we update the certification bodies we cooperate with about the current market situation and our standards, programs and tools.
In a challenging market with ongoing consolidation in the European food industry, IFS has successfully maintained a high number of certificates. IFS remains the market leader in food certification in Europe and is expanding into new markets. Specifically, food retailers continue to choose IFS as the preferred standard for assessing the quality and safety of their private label products.
The food industry will face more challenges in Europe and other countries and regions around the globe as new corporate sustainability and supply chain transparency legislation comes into force. The IFS Network, supported by major retailers and certification bodies, recognises the need for process validation to comply with the new regulations and stakeholder expectations.
In this context, IFS Managing Director Stephan Tromp said, “We at IFS want to support businesses in creating and maintaining efficient management processes for sustainable and transparent supply chains. To this end, we will offer a portfolio of checks and supportive digital tools under the new IFS Supply Chain Solutions brand. These tools will support companies, particularly SMEs, to identify, assess, and mitigate risks in their supply chains. Through our practical checklists and tools, businesses can identify risks early, monitor their supply chains, and meet their obligations efficiently and reliably. “
He expects the first checks belonging to this product line to be presented in early 2025.
We will keep our stakeholders updated through LinkedIn and our newsletters.
We are excited to share two updated publications that will help you prepare for the IFS Broker 3.2 Audit. Discover the essential information and valuable insights they contain.
The IFS Broker Guideline
This guideline is designed to assist internal and IFS auditors in conducting audits and gaining a better understanding of the IFS Broker Requirements, including their purpose and background. It contains audit questions, documentation notes, and practical advice. The guideline has been updated to version 3.2, and its layout has been refreshed.
The IFS Broker 3.2 Audit Protocol for Remote Auditing
This document is meant for certification bodies and auditors who are conducting an IFS Broker Audit using remote ICT. Certified companies can refer to this document to comprehend the process and get ready for the remote audit. We have revised this protocol to be in line with version 3.2 of the IFS Broker Standard and accreditation requirements (IAF MD1:2023).
The remote option is voluntary and must be agreed upon well in advance between the certification body and the company subject to IFS Broker Certification. Our broker fact sheet provides a brief overview of the remote audit option.
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Further recommended documents for downloading
IFS Broker version 3.2 – This is the current version of the standard.
IFS Broker 3.2 Doctrine – The current document answers frequently asked technical questions and clarifies the intention of specific requirements. It is a normative document that complements the standard.
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