foodpro targets small manufacturers with food integrity zone

Australian food manufacturing event foodpro is partnering with Food Innovation Australia Ltd (FIAL) to announce a new initiative at foodpro: the Supply Chain Integrity Zone.

Focusing on solutions available for small manufacturers who produce pre-packaged goods for sale to the consumer, the Supply Chain Integrity Zone will include companies representing the various stages of the supply chain, allowing visitors to discuss end-to-end solutions with suppliers best suited for their business. The zone will also include a series of seminars covering the latest technology, capabilities and insights.

“The Supply Chain Integrity Zone is a really important and exciting addition to foodpro,” said Peter Petherick, foodpro event director. “foodpro has supported Australia’s manufacturing needs for 50 years, and it’s important we continue to respond to the industry as it changes. It’s become clear that there are an increasing number of smaller manufacturers whose needs, although similar to the bigger companies, must be met in more specific ways. The new zone serves a purpose for solutions, and importantly, for discussion and engagement. With a focus on improving traceability and supporting audit compliance, the benefit to the industry will be incredible.”

The zone will feature companies that offer solutions specifically for smaller manufacturers who produce less than 10,000 units a week, with a focus on areas including materials in, processing integrity, packaging integrity, shipping and receivables, and quality management solutions for traceability.