The new IFS Broker version 3.2, what's new?

Recently, IFS launched the new version 3.2 for the Broker standard. Starting July 1, audits will be conducted according to the new standard.

For whom is this standard intended?

The IFS Broker standard applies to companies that perform trading activities, this can be as an intermediary, trader or importer. An important feature is that no physical products are produced or stored on site. The standard applies to companies working with food products, packaging, household products and personal care products.

What are the changes in version 3.2

Changes have been made mainly to the audit protocol to bring the IFS Broker standard in line with the other IFS standards. We list the most important changes for you:

• In IFS Broker version 3.2, the Star status is introduced. If the audit was conducted unannounced, this is made visible on the certificate and in the IFS Database by the Star status.
• A B-score is awarded when the standard is just not fully met. The B-score is in version 3.2 again a deviation, requiring a correction or corrective action, the purpose of which is to stimulate continuous improvement. In the previous version a B-score was assigned for a point of attention, which in the future might lead to a deviation.
• In the previous version, a B-score could not be assigned to a Knock-Out requirement. In version 3.2, this is possible again. On the other hand, a C-score is no longer possible, where it was before. The assigned scores for Knock-Out requirements have also been changed. In version 3.2, a B-score is awarded 0 points. In the previous version, a C-score was still awarded 5 points.

No changes were made to Part 2, the list of requirements.

Need support?

Wondering how the changes will impact your company? Or do you want to certify your company according to the IFS Broker standard? By having one of our consultants perform a baseline measurement, you will quickly understand what it means for your company. Of course Précon can also support the implementation of this standard.

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