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Cybersecurity

Smart phones on the plant floor: How secure are they?

Smart phones help key operators stay up to date on process and maintenance information, but should personal or company-supplied devices be employed?

Wayne Labs

January 2, 2019

Smart phones can be an asset on the plant floor, letting operators look at current plant data and make intelligent decisions. But, should personal devices be checked at the door, and are they a potential risk for cyberattacks?

FSMA

Why Documentation is Vital to FSMA Compliance

With FDA inspections underway, you’ll want to be sure your plant is following rules and regulations.

Dr. Elis Owens

May 31, 2018

Nearly as important as doing the right things is documenting the who, what, when and where of your food safety processes.

Food Safety

What's the best way to deal with cell phones on the plant floor?

What to consider when deciding and setting up plant policies on cell phones.

Richard F. Stier

October 17, 2016

Richard F. Stier argues that factories should ban cell phones almost everywhere.

TECH FLASH

A writer’s guide to documenting procedures

A systematic approach is all you need to keep your writing process on track.

Scott J. Glaser

April 26, 2016

It’s in your best interest to make your organization’s written procedures as robust as possible.

BRC publishes revised global standard for food safety

Jeremy Gerrard

January 7, 2015

The British Retail Consortium has published has published the seventh issue of the BRC Global Standard for Food Safety, recognized internationally as a standard for good manufacturing practices in food, packaging, storage and distribution as well as consumer products.

12th Annual Replacement Parts Survey

12th Annual Replacement Parts Survey: Improving inventory practices

Shane O'Halloran

July 7, 2014

Average spending is up, and inventory management practices are adjusting to new realities in food and beverage production.

Wayne Labs

January 1, 2007

Applying a best practices strategy in parallel with an automation strategy can enhance your competitive edge.

Alternative Protein in 2025: Key Trends and Technologies

Campbell’s Terminates Exec Over Alleged Disparaging Comments

circular packaging material for frozen and chilled food packaging

Sustainable Barrier Coatings Replace PFAS, PE and other Plasticized Materials in Packaging

Events

June 17, 2025

Refrigerated & Frozen Foods’ State of the Cold Chain

On Demand Kelley Rodriguez, Editor in Chief of Refrigerated & Frozen Foods, will be joined in this 60-minute webinar by industry experts to help unpack the latest research.

July 23, 2025

Decarbonizing Process Heat: What You Should Know and Next Steps

On Demand Driven by climate goals, business risk, client interest, and resilience considerations, food and beverage companies are increasingly turning their attention to decarbonizing their production processes.

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