Standards
IFS - certification preparation for retail chains and international buyers
We prepare your company for IFS certification: set up HACCP, traceability, allergen control, production discipline, and audit-ready evidence.
IFS preparation for companies working with retail
The standard delivers the most value to manufacturers working with retail and international buyers who must pass regular audits.
Manufacturers for EU retail
When chain requirements are strict and detailed, IFS structures food safety control and reduces contract-loss risk through stable daily execution.
Private label suppliers
For private label producers, the standard sets transparent rules for process control, records, and traceability for stable daily performance.
Export food companies
IFS helps systematically manage risks, production discipline, and client requirements during international audits in daily operations.
Companies with complaints
The system proves process control, fast incident response, and team accountability for stable results in daily operations.
IFS implementation for food manufacturers
IFS is especially useful for companies that need to consistently prove safety and quality for retail and international chains.
Ready-to-eat food manufacturers
Private label enterprises
Food logistics and warehouses
IFS requirements in plain language
HACCP, requirement assessment, traceability, and corrective actions form an evidence-based system for IFS certification preparation.
HACCP and hazard control
Current hazard analysis and control measures reduce the risk of incidents and critical audit deviations.
IFS requirement assessment
Systematic control of standard compliance ensures a stable readiness level between annual audits.
Traceability and recall
Fast batch traceability and recall readiness increase buyer trust and reduce business risks.
Nonconformities and CAPA
Corrective actions eliminate root causes and prevent repeat findings in future inspections.
IFS audit: what is included in preparation
A practical food safety implementation plan: from process scope and HACCP to internal checks and certification readiness.
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Scope and client requirements
We define IFS scope: products, processes, sites, roles, and key retail chain expectations.
HACCP and critical controls
We update hazard analysis, validate control measures, and strengthen operational execution discipline.
Allergens and traceability
We set up allergen control, labeling, and traceability for rapid response to incidents.
Documentation without bureaucracy
We prepare a minimally sufficient set of procedures and records that truly supports team operations.
Internal audit
We conduct internal checks, document gaps, and launch corrective actions with effectiveness verification.
Audit readiness
We build the evidence package for IFS certification audit and prepare the team for auditor interviews.
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IFS implementation services: why companies choose Ekontrol
We convert standard requirements into controlled results: fewer complaints, stable discipline, and predictable audit readiness.
Without systematic support
- IFS requirements are closed only formally. The system does not affect daily operations, so critical gaps remain for too long.
- Traceability works too slowly. During inspections, the team loses time collecting data and faces reputational risks.
- Audit preparation turns into emergency mode. Focus shifts to documents instead of real control of food safety processes.
With us toward results
- Diagnostics and clear priorities. We show which gaps are critical for retail and what will deliver quick results.
- Working controls and records. We configure the system so IFS requirements are executed in daily operations.
- Support through certification. We prepare the team, run a pre-audit, and support the final audit stage.
IFS implementation stages from diagnostics to audit
We work in short stages focused on results and audit readiness without last-minute rush.
Fast start with diagnostics
Within 3-5 days we identify gaps, risks, and priorities to launch implementation immediately.
Implementation in working processes
We set up HACCP, controls, records, and training for the enterprise's real operational activity.
Pre-audit and certification support
We prepare the evidence package, train personnel, and support the audit until confident completion.
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We will run diagnostics, create a roadmap, and support your team to confidently pass certification audit.
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