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Update: IFS Broker Standard Version 3.2

Mar 27, 2024 Audit

Updated safety standards for global trade

The increasing requirements in the area of food control require continuous adjustments. With the update to the IFS Broker Standard Version 3.2, the industry is responding to these challenges. Companies benefit from an optimized standard that facilitates the implementation of the regulations and ensures a high degree of safety in the supply chain. In particular, the update to the new IFS Broker Version 3.2 standard has the aim of harmonizing the individual IFS standards.
An overview of the key changes
  • Transparent documentation of unannounced audits by the IFS Star status
  • More accurate assessments of standard requirements through the revised scoring system
  • Alignment with the current industry standardsin line with the latest developments and best practices in the food industry
  • International recognition: the food safety standard which is recognized by the GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) is recognized worldwide
IFS Broker is the leading standard for the verification of the service-related compliance of companies in the food industry. It defines the audit criteria for brokers, retail and trade representatives and food importers to ensure compliance with the food-related regulations, the customer requirements and the prevention of food-related fraud. The latest update to Version 3.2 was necessary for meeting the changing requirements in the food industry and to create a uniform IFS structure.
Key aspects for audits according to IFS Broker 3.2

Key information on the transition

The application of Version 3.2 of the IFS Broker Standard is binding from July 1st, 2024. From this date, all audits have to be performed according to the new version. Please take this into account in your audit planning. All audits that take place from July 1st, 2024, onwards are to be conducted in accordance with the IFS Broker 3.2 standard.
IFS is developing a new doctrine for Version 3.2 that clarifies the schedule for the application of the new IFS Broker Version 3.2 and the specific requirements. This doctrine is a standards document and an essential part of the corresponding standard version. IFS will provide a notification as soon as the document is available.
Would you like to find out more about the transition to IFS Broker Version 3​​.2? Then contact us for more information!
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