Operational Visibility for Food Manufacturers After Expansion Food manufacturers invest millions of dollars every year in new production equipment. Whether it’s a new processing line, an automated packaging system, a palletizer, or warehouse automation, the expectation is usually the same: “Once the new equipment is running, our operations will become more efficient.” Unfortunately, that isn’t
FSMA 204 Was Delayed — Why Food Manufacturers Should Still Start Traceability Work Now When the FDA announced a delay in enforcing the Food Traceability Rule (FSMA Section 204), many food manufacturers breathed a sigh of relief. For organizations that were struggling to prepare, the additional time seemed like an opportunity to move the project
Building Traceability Without Increasing Complexity Food manufacturing traceability is essential. Every product must be traceable from receiving through shipping to satisfy customer requirements, comply with FSMA recordkeeping rules, meet retailer expectations, and support rapid, accurate recalls. But for many plants, the challenge isn’t understanding why traceability matters — it’s figuring out how to improve it
Upgrading your food traceability systems is no longer just a “nice-to-have” it’s a business necessity. The good news? In many regions, government grants and funding programs can significantly reduce your investment. Even if you’ve never applied for a grant before, there may be programs in your area designed to support food safety, supply chain modernization,
Introducing the 7th Generation Matrix Industrial Computer Built for Performance, Designed for Continuity For over a decade, Matrix Controls has delivered dependable industrial computing solutions that power automation, monitoring, and control systems across many industries. Now, we are proud to introduce the 7th Generation Matrix Industrial Computer — a platform that combines modern performance with
