IFS Food (International Featured Standards) is an international standard created to verify the quality and safety of food products at all stages of their production and packaging. It is based on the principles of HACCP and ISO 9001 and was developed jointly by the Federation of French Retailers (FCD) and the German Retailers Association (HDE).
The main goal of IFS is to help retail chains standardize and evaluate their suppliers, as well as guarantee the safety and quality of products that reach supermarket shelves.

Recognition of the IFS standard in the world
Today, IFS Food is one of the most popular standards in the European Union. It is accepted by more than 60% of global retail chains, and it is also included in the list of standards recognized by the international initiative GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative).

What does IFS Food certification give?
Obtaining an IFS certificate is confirmation that the company adheres to strict food safety standards and high quality standards. For the manufacturer, this opens up a number of significant advantages:
• Official recognition by GFSI, which strengthens the company's international reputation.
• Reduction of risks associated with food safety.
• Access to the shelves of the largest European and global retail chains.
• Formation of the image of a reliable and high-quality supplier.
• Reduction of costs associated with repeated inspections and certifications.
• Expansion of sales geography and entry into international markets.
• Increased trust from investors and partners.

Compatibility with other standards
IFS Food has high compatibility with the BRC standard, since about 50% of their requirements overlap. This allows companies that already have one of the systems implemented to easily switch to implementing the other or integrate both into a single quality control system.

Summary
IFS Food certification is not just about meeting requirements, but a strategic step towards strengthening your market position, attracting new partners and increasing brand trust. If your company is aiming to reach a new level in the food industry, IFS will be a reliable tool to achieve this goal.