IFS Food Certification Preparation
We support implementation of IFS Food requirements and prepare your documents, processes and team for audit.
Benefits
- Alignment with requirements frequently requested by retailers and commercial partners
- Internationally recognised standard
- Improved production processes
- Increased customer trust
Our Process
- 1Pre-audit assessment
- 2Implementation of IFS requirements
- 3Internal audit and corrective actions
- 4Certification audit assistance
IFS Food Certification Preparation: practical scope and deliverables
This section clarifies where the service applies, what documents and recommendations are delivered, and which operational risks are reduced.
Who this service is for
- Food producers aiming to work with retailers, distributors or international customers
- Companies that need to demonstrate strong control over product safety, quality and legality
- Sites preparing for an IFS Food audit or strict customer requirements
- Organisations that already have HACCP or ISO 22000 and want to increase operational auditability
What we deliver
- Pre-audit assessment against IFS requirements and identification of critical nonconformities
- Action plan for documentation, processes, hygiene, traceability, nonconformity management and food safety culture
- Support with procedures, records, responsibilities and team preparation for audit
- Readiness review before the certification audit or customer-requested audit
Risks reduced
- Low score or major nonconformities in the IFS audit caused by missing records or weak operational control
- Misalignment between retailer commercial requirements and actual site practices
- Traceability, product withdrawal, supplier control or complaint management issues
- Insufficient staff preparation for interviews, process demonstration and document presentation during audit
Required information and responsibilities
Important clarification: QualityConsult prepares the organisation for audit. Certification is decided by the independent body and does not guarantee product listing or a commercial contract.
Information we need
- A description of the activity, products, processes, location and intended objective
- Existing documentation such as procedures, recipes, labels, layouts, specifications or records
- Inspection or audit reports, laboratory results and relevant deadlines, where available
Limitations and responsibilities
- Recommendations are based on the information and documents supplied by the client
- Changes to products, processes, suppliers, premises or applicable requirements may require a new review
- The operator remains responsible for information supplied, daily implementation and compliance with applicable legal obligations
Frequently Asked Questions
What is IFS Food?
IFS Food is a certification standard for food safety and quality, used or requested by many retailers and commercial partners across Europe.
What are the benefits of IFS certification?
IFS certification can support retailer and commercial partner requirements and demonstrate documented food safety and quality controls. Certification does not guarantee a contract or product listing.