Inecta Food ERP Blog

How to Develop a Food Corrective Action Plan

What is a Corrective Action Plan?  Corrective action is a crucial component of any food safety management system, including Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP). A Corrective Action ...

HACCP Plan: What is it + How To Write One [GUIDE]

The Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan is a systematic approach to food safety that helps identify potential hazards in the production process and implement controls to prevent ...

Food Labeling Requirements: What You Should Know

Current statistics indicate that only half of the global consumer population truly “understands” how to read a food label, with the other half claiming difficulty due to lack of underlying knowledge ...

Fixed Weight Labeling VS Catch Weight Labeling

Understanding the differences between fixed weight labeling vs. catch weight labeling allows you to more accurately record the exact weight (or "actual weight") of products coming in and going out, ...

What Is Food Fraud? (& How to Protect Your Business)

In today’s consumer-driven environment, businesses are sparing no expense to protect their brand’s identity, experience, and perception. However, good-natured missteps and inaccuracies could be ...

Why Does ERP Matter For Food Industry Businesses?

If you’re looking to scale your food industry business, technology and software are among the first places you should look. Investing in a trusted ERP for food and beverage industry businesses is a ...

5 Things To Look For In a Food Management Software

Food and beverage manufacturers have experienced a variety of different challenges–especially in the post-pandemic era. Supply chain disruptions, contamination outbreaks, and traceability issues are ...

Benefits of ERP Software for Fisheries

The seafood industry is one of the most demanding operating fields, especially with the industry's renewed focus on sustainability, processes, and transparency in sourcing mechanisms. Careful ...

Inecta Helps UK or ANZ Food Production Business Scale & Streamline Operations

After having great success with food manufacturers and distributors in North America, Inecta has expanded its reach to the UK and ANZ regions. With the high demand for its software in the underserved ...

Methods for Preventing Food Recalls: Looking To a Safer Future

Food recalls are seeming to be more prevalent than ever as companies deal with difficult growing conditions and compromisation of food quality. Many producers and manufacturers are looking to ...

Avoid Recalls! Secure Your Food Business with Lot Traceability

As compliance regulators breathe down the necks of food producers, recalls have become the new normal in the food business. Recalls not only lead to delayed delivery times but also add up to the cost ...

Food Traceability: ERP's Saving Grace Feature

Food by nature is a perishable item prone to contamination and spoilage. With widespread stress on food safety and hygiene due to the pandemic, food traceability has become a prerequisite for all ...

What Is Food ERP?

We’ve talked a lot recently about the idea of Food ERP on various blogs and white-papers lately, but do we truly understand what it is and why it is so critical? So often, small and medium size food ...

In Conversation with Senior INECTA ERP Consultant

INECTA recently sat down with one of its senior ERP consultants, Ruth Lestina, to discuss what customers seem to really appreciate about INECTA's ERP offerings. Ruth Lestina is a highly knowledgeable ...

Food Safety Amidst Covid-19

Covid-19 has impacted every industry in its own way and the food industry is no different. With food safety being the name of the game, the industry has had to alter its existing practices to adjust ...

HACCP In 2020

In 2020, with the height of the pandemic in focus, it is critical for food processors and producers to adhere to strict food safety regulations. One of the most important food safety programs ...

American Heart Association Wants Better Food for All

The food industry has seen a huge interruption in productivity due to the current pandemic. One organization that has taken notice is the American Heart Association. Families already struggling with ...

The Tech Impact on Food and Drink

The current pandemic has spurred food producers to find better ways of keeping up with the demand created by shortages or food plant shutdowns. The technological advancements needed to stay relevant ...

Speciality Food Association Unveils State of Industry Report

A new report on the state of the food industry that reflects the past three years has shown tremendous growth in the sector. The food industry has seen a 10.7 percent increase since 2017. The overall ...

AI Driving COVID Detection in Food Manufacturing

The COVID-19 pandemic has severely impacted the food production industry here and abroad. Whether through social distancing observation or lack thereof, COVID-19 has become an unavoidable obstacle, ...

Food Workers are at Huge Risk as COVID-19 is Worsening

The coronavirus is claiming a massive number of lives in the US, a total of more than what was observed in post-WWII, mass shootings, and terrorist attacks. President Trump continues reiterating ...

Changes in Food Industry in Post Pandemic World

The pandemic of coronavirus affected practically every industry of the world in one way or another. Lack of workers due to safety reasons, stressed out supply chains, and shortage of raw materials ...

Automation and Robotics in the Food Industry: The New Generation of Food Manufacturing

The food industry is one of the biggest industries in the United Kingdom, contributing over 43.7 billion pounds to the country's economy. More than 450,000 employees are working in this sector and ...

Deciding on The Perfect Food Manufacturing ERP System

We know better than most that food manufacturers have a lot on their minds. With everything from regulatory compliances, meeting demand, and maintaining quality to worry about, how can food ...

The Impact of Coronavirus on Consumer habits within the Food Industry

The pandemic of coronavirus has affected daily life in more ways than we can imagine. With the people being advised to stay at home and maintain the social distancing, many industries and supply ...

New COVID-19 Safety Guidelines for Michigan Meat Industry

The pandemic of coronavirus affected every industry in America and around the globe. While the other industries are affected due to being closed down, the food industry is affected because it has to ...

Food Industry Takes a Hit Due to Coronavirus

Every single country on the planet earth is facing a huge crisis amid the coronavirus pandemic, the industries are shutting down or are working at a very minimal capacity. There is a general shortage ...

The Food Supply Chain is Breaking

The coronavirus pandemic has hit us hard and we can see the effects in practically every industry. The supply chains are under a shock, the industries are closing down and there is a shortage of ...

Japan Temporarily Loosens Food Labelling Rules to Help Firms Cope with COVID-19

Japan is one of the countries which are affected by the pandemic of COVID-19. Like every other country, their industry faced a huge hit because of it. The industry, which has been affected most by ...

The Supply Chain for Food Is Stressed

The COVID-19 pandemic has practically affected every single industry in the world. While some industries can still survive, there are some others that are hit with it the worst. The food ...

Food Supply Worries Grow After Outbreak Closes Smithfield Meat Plant

How the Treasury and the Federal Reserve Should Act Strategically to Keep the Factories Running and the Lights On

The Treasury and the Federal Reserve are getting ready to use the 500 Billion Dollar fund for severely distressed sectors, a part of the CARES relief act. With the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, many ...

Food Supply Is the Next Virus Headache

Coronavirus pandemic is disrupting everything in the world, the supply chains are in shock, and logistics are facing all sorts of issues. The countries around the globe are coming to a halt in order ...

What Is an Outbreak Investigation?

An outbreak investigation is the process of getting to the root of an epidemic and cutting it off at an early stage when possible. It is a crucial practice in public health and can be attributed to ...

Natural Light Label for Florida Citrus Products

Importance of Food Traceability

There are infinite reasons to adhere to best practices when it comes to food traceability. The food we consume is essential for survival, and that goes beyond just nutrition. Food safety is as ...