Quality Control
said, “As manufacturers face changing market demands, budget pressures and increasingly complex production environments, the Test Before You Invest programme provides a smart, low-risk route to better decision-making. Whether supporting urgent line upgrades, navigating approval delays or managing new product introductions, the programme helps She continued: “By identifying the right inspection system up front - and validating it through practical testing - manufacturers can reduce disruption, improve throughput and
Bridging the gap
In this environment of heightened quality expectations and economic pressure, it’s no surprise that digital transformation has become a top priority for manufacturers. Yet,
the gap between intention and implementation remains wide. According to new research from TraceGains, 82% of food and beverage brands say technology modernisation is a key business priority — but only 6% report being fully digital. The study, titled Digital Drag: The Growing Gap Between Tech Priorities and Implementation in the Food and Beverage
Industry, found that despite growing concerns around compliance, agility, and operational resilience, many brands remain stalled by outdated systems and manual processes. Despite nearly two-thirds (62%) expressing concern over economic uncertainty, in terms of tech preparedness to handle such disruption 60% remain stuck in implementation on the road to modernisation, with 69% continuing to rely on outdated manual processes citing complexity (40%) as a reason for the delay. “The clock is ticking for food and beverage brands plagued by outdated ERP software and slow-moving consulting models that no longer Bradley, Senior Director of Product Marketing,
shifting mindset from outdated playbooks to modern solutions capable of delivering impact
Legacy systems handcuffs
The pressure to modernise is mounting for food and beverage (F&B) companies, yet many remain bogged down by legacy systems that only slow daily operations but also increase the risk of errors, regulatory non-compliance, striking 69% of F&B brands still depend on manual processes—such as paper documents, spreadsheets, fax, and email—for managing external work and document exchanges. More than half (55%) report that their operations are
Mettler-Toledo and BRCGS to host exclusive seminar on the future of food safety
To celebrate World Food Safety Day on Wednesday, 11th June 2025, Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection, in collaboration with BRCGS, is hosting an exclusive one-day seminar at its Global Centre of Excellence in Royston, Hertfordshire. Titled Unlock the Future of Food Safety, the event offers a rare opportunity for food manufacturers, co-packers, brand owners, and retailers to gain insider access to Mettler-Toledo’s state-of-the-art facility — the global hub for contamination detection technology, which expanded production by over 80% since 2021.
Programme highlights: • Facility Tour: Experience behind-the-scenes access to cutting-edge manufacturing, R&D, and inspection solutions.
• Technology Demos: See live testing using attendees’ own products with Mettler-Toledo’s metal detection and x-ray inspection systems.
• Expert Insights: Hear from leading industry voices on navigating food safety regulations while maintaining
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• Networking: Connect with peers to discuss strategies for managing rising costs and improving productivity through advanced inspection technologies.
Meet the Experts: • Mercè Sánchez, BRCGS: Programme Manager for Global Food Standards, with 18 years of industry experience and a background in food science and GFSI auditing.
• Mike Pipe, Mettler-Toledo: Head of Global Sales and Product Management, with deep expertise in helping manufacturers enhance compliance and reduce the risk of recalls.
Mike Pipe notes: “Our seminar offers a unique chance to see our latest technology in action and understand how we help
Register Now: Attendance is limited. Reserve your place at
www.mt.com/pi-xrmd-day
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