As supply chain globalization grows, raw materials and products continue to be sourced in new ways and from different sources. Brokers, agents, and importers are an integral element in bringing producers and retailers together. IFS Broker was created to ensure the safety and quality of products filling the gap between production and distribution. Trading partners expect broker, agents, and importers to communicate their product requirements to manufacturers and that these specifications will be understood and implemented.

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The standard checks the engaged parties to ensure that they have implemented appropriate measures in their service so that their suppliers operate in accordance with product safety and quality requirements. Brokers, agents, and importers must also monitor their supplier’s compliance with these issues so that supplied products meet regulatory and contractual specifications.

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Scope

IFS Brokers was developed for the following company types:

• Food/HPC/packaging brokers

• Trade agencies

• Importers

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IFS Broker audits are carried out by qualified auditors of independent accredited and approved certification bodies. The standard includes the following topics:

• Senior management responsibility

• Quality and product safety management system

• Resource management

• Planning and services process

• Measurements, analysis, improvements

• Product defence

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Objectives

• Establish a common standard with a uniform evaluation system

• Work with accredited and qualified certification bodies and auditors

• Ensure comparability and transparency throughout the entire supply chain

• Reduce cost and time for both suppliers and retailers.

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For more information on how to achieve certification against the Standard please do not hesitate to contact us.  Following you request, our consultants will get in contact to advise on best practice for your business and the way forward. We work closely with our clients to ensure  compliance is achieved first time, every time.