If you are a food producer, supplier, or agent and broker you may have heard of BRC and SALSA certification. But what are they, and how do they differ?
Your complete guide to understanding the BRC process
Are there steps you have not considered? From gap analysis to maintaining certification, be well informed on the BRC process.
What’s the cost and timeframe for achieving BRC?
BRC certification doesn’t have to be as daunting as you think. Understand costs and timeframe to help prevent any surprises.
Food Traceability: Lets get your Records Straight
What is food traceability? The Food Standards Agency (FSA) defines food traceability as the ability to help keep track of ingredients and finished food products in the supply chain, which supports a swift and accurate … Read more
BRCGS Unannounced Audits: How to Prepare
Passing a BRCGS audit is of paramount importance to our clients in order to retain and attract customers. Discover all there is to know about BRCGS unannounced audits and ways that you can prepare.
BRCGS Grading System Explained: From AA to Uncertified
Whether you’re anxiously awaiting your first audit, or just starting out your certification journey, it’s important to understand the BRCGS grading system. Obtaining a good certification grade is critical as it shows that you’re meeting … Read more
BRCGS Agents & Brokers Issue 3: What You Need to Know
A new issue of BRCGS Agents & Brokers was published in October 2021. As usual, there is a period of transition until full implementation is required. Issue 2 is still currently the valid version of … Read more
BRCGS Food Safety Issue 9: What You Need to Know
As announced in 2021, BRCGS has now introduced a new issue of the Food Safety Standard. Please keep checking this page for the latest updates and news on the standard as we are continuously reviewing … Read more
BRCGS is Celebrating Its 25th Anniversary
A widely recognised organisation, BRCGS (previously BRC) has been protecting the global supply chain since 1996. Initially set up to reduce audit duplication by UK retailers, BRCGS now operates the most rigorous third-party certification scheme … Read more
BRC Storage & Distribution Issue 4: What Do I Need To Know?
As announced last year, BRCGS are introducing a new issue of the BRC Storage and Distribution standard. The new standard will come into effect as of the 1st May this year. The changes are intended to … Read more