Free guide for managing supply chain risk launched

A new guide to help food and drink companies identify and manage supply chain risks has been launched by the UK’s Food and Drink Federation (FDF). Suitable for small and large companies, the free guide forms part of an approach to sustainable sourcing.

The guide, which has been developed by FDF’s Sustainability Steering Group, provides a simple step-by-step approach to mapping the use of ingredients and utilities back to source, guidance on how to understand the key risks, and opportunities and tips for creating a plan of action and integration into the business.

“Recent weather events both here in the UK and around the world have demonstrated all too clearly the importance of managing risk in the supply chain,” said FDF Director of Sustainability Andrew Kuyk.

“The global food system is vulnerable to external shocks not only from climate change but also pressure from population increases, growing demand for limited natural resources and changing diets. At the same time, consumers are increasingly seeking reassurance that the products they buy have been sustainably sourced.

“At a time of diminishing resources, it also makes good business sense for companies to look at what is required to produce the product and how they would manage if some resources were not available.”

The free guide, as well as other business resources, is available on the FDF website: www.fdf.org.uk/sustainable-sourcing.