The Food Safety Intelligence Blog
Insights, resources and best practices on digital innovations for food risk prevention
Could the ethylene oxide recalls have been predicted?
Who doesn’t love sesame seeds? They are a popular ingredient in many cuisines and bakery products around the world thanks to their deliciously nutty, slightly sweet taste and aroma which can be enhanced by toasting. Unfortunately, sesame seed containing products [...]
Episode 4: How to select the right prediction metric for effective predictive analytics
When we refer to predictive analytics for the food safety sector there are plenty of factors that we should take into account in order to generate trustworthy results. First of all, we should consider the business problem which is to [...]
The Digital Crystal Ball
Chris Elliott, Professor of Food Safety at Queen's University Belfast, is sharing his thoughts on the contribution of predictive analytics to the food safety sector and academic research. We all want the ability to see into the future of course [...]
Predicting food safety and fraud risks in the Herbs & Spices category
An international food supply chain is often the reason behind the uncertainty of the safety and quality leaders in the world’s largest food manufacturers. The complexity of their supply chain might affect the quality and integrity of the products distributed [...]
Episode 3: How to select the right algorithm for accurate predictive analytics
Technology and predictive analytics are critical for the future of food safety. Determining which predictive analytics techniques work best for a particular challenge is the key to making the most of a predictive analytics solution. In this episode of our [...]
Preventing brand damage by predicting food safety risks
Predicting food safety incidents plays a strategic role in the decision-making process of the food industry leaders. Unsafe products and food recalls have proved to be major threats and very critical factors affecting the brand equity of big food manufacturers [...]
Our Annual Food Safety Intelligence Outlook
Undoubtedly, 2020 was a year that made all of us struggle and wonder about our priorities, our goals, even our lifestyle. Due to COVID-19, we adjusted to a new, work-from-home, reality and focused on the things that really matter, especially [...]
Christmas Special: Gingerbread cookies at risk?
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Not only because of the festive decorations and Christmas spirit, but also because of the countless traditional home-made desserts we bake to treat our family and friends, as we leave behind a [...]
Episode 2: How to select the right data for effective predictive analytics
Predictive analytics sound very promising and provide an asset to build a robust proactive strategy and prevent food safety incidents that can negatively affect brand trust and reputation. This innovative technology can assist in easing the food company’s decision-making process, [...]