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Welcome to the Intertek Podcast Network, Assurance in Action, your hub for quality insights and information from our Intertek experts. Learn what our people are saying about important industry trends ranging from food safety standards to supplier management and everything in between! With new and recurring guests, we are poised to provide you the knowledge needed to enhance your business processes, operations, and safety.
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|| Special 4-Episode Series on Food Safety Day 2023 🌽 || Traceability helps keep track of food in the supply chain, which supports the accurate withdrawal/recall of unsafe food, if required. The more information you keep, the easier and quicker it will be to identify the affected food, mitigate consumer risks, and save time and money. Stream our podcast to learn more about the topic from our Intertek expert, Hanny Widjaja. In case you missed our other episodes, visit the link below: ...
|| Special 4-Episode Series on Food Safety Day 2023 🌽 || In this podcast, we will discuss what counts as "food grade" with respect to safety and quality and the role of toxicology and risk assessment in making those determinations. To learn more about this topic, stream our podcast now. In case you missed our other episodes, please visit the link below: Episode 1: Click here Episode 2: Click here Follow us on- Intertek's Assurance In Action || Twitter || LinkedIn.
|| Special 4-Episode Series on Food Safety Day 2023 🌽 || This podcast discusses the importance of food safety and traceability in the hospitality industry. The conversation covers the need to ensure that the food being prepared in hospitality establishments is safe for consumption and meets regulations for food safety. Stream our podcast to learn more from our Intertek Cristal expert, Alan Zering. In case you missed our other episodes, visit the link below: Episode 1: Click here Fol...
|| Special 4-Episode Series on Food Safety Day 2023 🌽 || The theme for World Food Safety Day this year is “Food Standards Save Lives.” This podcast highlights the importance of food standards in ensuring food safety. Food standards, also known as standards of identity, are regulations that establish the requirements for labeling food with a common or usual name. These standards cover various aspects of food products, including ingredients, production methods, and processing aids. ...
Water is at the heart of sustainability, but do you know the true impact of your water use? In our latest episode, we dive into the world of water footprinting analysis, exploring what it is, how it compares to carbon footprinting, and how business can measure, manage and reduce their water impacts across their supply chains and products. Join our Sustainability experts as they share insights, real-world examples, and why water footprinting is becoming an essential tool for companies na...
In this episode of Assurance in Action, our host David Muil explores how organizations use certification to turn sustainability commitments into measurable proof. Discover how certification supports compliance with global regulations, strengthens credibility with stakeholders, and drives continuous improvement across industries from manufacturing and packaging to food production. Tune in to learn why certification is more than a badge. It is a strategic tool that helps businesses build trust,...
Think food contact packaging compliance is simple? Think again. In The Myths of Food Contact Packaging Compliance: What It Really Entails in a Global Market, Taylor Cavanaugh and Ashli Span uncover the hidden complexities behind ensuring safety, compliance, and credibility across international markets. From regulatory myths to real-world challenges, this episode breaks down what businesses really need to know to navigate packaging compliance on a global stage. Tune in to get clarity, debunk m...
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is transforming air travel’s path to net zero — but only with trusted certification. In this episode of Intertek’s ISCC Awareness Series, Florencia Bahamonde and Mike Koziar explore how ISCC certification ensures sustainability, compliance, and credibility for SAF worldwide, and what new technologies are shaping the industry’s future. Learn More: Sustainable Aviation Fuels & ISCC Certification Follow us on- Intertek's Assurance In Action || Tw...
Are you ready to take the first steps toward Reasonable Assurance (RA) in climate-related disclosures? From understanding what it means for GHG emissions reporting to where companies should begin, this episode breaks it down in a clear, practical way. Join host Catherine Beare in conversation with Rizwan Nasmuddin as they explore how organizations can confidently start their RA journey and why it’s becoming essential for credible climate disclosure. Tune in to learn how to move from intent to...
For the food and hospitality industry, allergen management is about more than meeting regulations. It is about safeguarding customers, strengthening reputation, and creating a culture that builds lasting trust. In this episode, host Patrick McNamara of Intertek Food Services is joined by Liljia Polo-Richards, founder of Allergy Companions. Sparked by her own family’s experience with severe food allergies, Lilia shares insights on how businesses can move beyond disclaimers and embed allergen a...
In this episode, we’re diving into the world of biogenic carbon, what it is, why it matters, and how it’s treated in Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs). Join us as we untangle the science, standards, and sustainability implications of measuring carbon from renewable biological sources. Whether you're a sustainability pro or just carbon-curious, this one’s for you. Presenters: Catherine Beare, Regional Director - Business Assurance (UK & Iberia) Vijay Thakur, Senior Manager, Sustainability &...
Data is the new currency of compliance. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the data management strategies companies need to meet Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations, and what this means for the personal care industry. From navigating requirements across the U.S. to staying ahead of international mandates, we’ll share how we’ve been helping clients in personal care and consumer goods build the systems and processes to stay compliant and competitive. Tune in to learn how smart...
Discover how ISCC certification and C¹⁴ testing work together to verify bio-based content in co-processed fuels. Our host Florencia Bahamonde and our expert Liam Mills explain what co-processing is, why radiocarbon testing is the gold standard, and how Intertek helps organizations meet EU sustainability requirements with confidence. Follow us on- Intertek's Assurance In Action || Twitter || LinkedIn.
What’s in the air your device is giving off? When it comes to medical devices, even invisible emissions like volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can pose very real risks. In this episode, we break down ISO 18562, the standard guiding the evaluation of gas pathway emissions in medical devices, and how it plays a vital role in protecting patient health. Whether you're developing ventilators, anesthesia systems, or breathing circuits, tune in to learn how to ensure compliance, minimize emissions, ...
In this episode of Assurance in Action, we dive into 10 critical challenges that can impact the consent phase of offshore wind farm development. From stakeholder pushback and political hurdles to landscape concerns, design flexibility, and financial risks, this episode explores the early-stage complexities that can influence project success. A must-listen for anyone involved in renewable energy planning and development. Follow us on- Intertek's Assurance In Action || Twitter || LinkedIn.
In this episode of Assurance in Action, our experts Ashli Span and Taylor Cavanaugh break down one of the hottest — and most misunderstood — sustainability trends in packaging: recycled materials in food-contact applications. What sounds like a win for the planet can quickly turn into a compliance nightmare if you’re not careful. From navigating FDA requirements like No Objection Letters (NOLs) to the risks of unverified supply chains and challenge test limitations, we bring clarity to the co...
In this episode of Assurance in Action, host Dr. Dhanashree Bhelose, Global Head for Biosciences at Intertek, continues our biodegradability series with a deep dive into synthetic textiles. She’s joined by Andrea Ferris, CEO and Co-Founder of Intrinsic Advanced Materials, to discuss CiCLO® — an innovative technology that makes polyester biodegradable without compromising performance. Together, they explore the science, market trends, and future of sustainable textiles, as well as the urgent n...
In this episode of Intertek’s ISCC Awareness Series, host Simona Romanoschi is joined by Florencia Bahamonde to break down the foundational steps in the ISCC certification journey. Together, they explore the end-to-end pre-audit process — from initial planning and system setup to audit readiness. Whether you’re pursuing ISCC EU, ISCC PLUS, or ISCC CORSIA, this episode outlines the crucial preparation steps that ensure organizations meet global sustainability, traceability, and greenhouse gas ...
In our latest podcast, join Catherine Beare and Monisha Monachan, as they dive into how to spot genuine eco-friendly products. Discover how life cycle assessments (LCAs) and environmental product declarations (EPDs) bring real transparency to sustainability claims, and why this matters more than ever in today’s market. Tune in for practical insights that help cut through the noise, and separate true sustainability from clever marketing. Speakers: Catherine Beare, Regional Director - Business ...
Join Intertek Assuris’ Taylor Cavanaugh and Ashli Span on Assurance in Action as they uncover the hidden risks of cosmetic packaging, risks that could impact both consumer health and brand reputation. Tune in to explore why packaging matters just as much as what’s inside, and how you can stay ahead of evolving safety regulations. Speakers: Taylor Cavanaugh, Senior Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris Follow...
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