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Unlocking food safety: understanding FSMA 204

The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) 204 will significantly change how food manufacturers track products across the supply chain. With compliance requirements taking effect in July 2028, manufacturers of all sizes need to begin preparing now. Podcast series - episode 3 of 3

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As FSMA 204 compliance deadlines approach, manufacturers must be prepared to provide accurate, traceable records to support FDA reporting requirements. In the final episode of our three-part Manufacturing KnowHow podcast series, industry experts discuss the creation of FDA-required Electronic Sortable Spreadsheets (ESS) and explore how digital manufacturing solutions can simplify reporting and compliance efforts.

Learn how Manufacturing Execution System (MES) technology, including Proficy Smart Factory, can help food and beverage manufacturers collect, organize, and retrieve critical traceability data needed to support FSMA 204 requirements.

In This Episode

 ✅ Understanding FDA Electronic Sortable Spreadsheet (ESS) requirements
 ✅ Challenges associated with collecting and organizing traceability data
 ✅ How MES technology supports FSMA 204 reporting and recordkeeping
 ✅ Best practices for preparing for regulatory audits and reporting requests
 ✅ Leveraging Proficy Smart Factory to improve traceability and compliance

Why It Matters

FSMA 204 introduces enhanced traceability requirements designed to improve food safety and accelerate response times during foodborne illness investigations. Manufacturers must be able to quickly provide accurate, organized traceability records when requested by the FDA. Digital solutions such as MES can help streamline data collection, improve visibility across operations, and support the generation of required reports.

Featured Experts

Moderator

  • Don Rahrig, CEO, Rain Engineering

Panelists

  • Joe Gerstl, Senior Director of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Velotic
  • Scott Butler, Manufacturing Coach, The FSO Institute
  • Chris Carlins, Chief Technology Officer, Rain Engineering

Catch Up on the Full Series

🎧 New to the series? Start with Episode 1, where our experts provide an overview of FSMA 204 requirements, key compliance considerations, and the role of digital technologies in food traceability.

🎧 Continue with Episode 2, which explores how MES technology helps manufacturers trace ingredients, track production processes, and build the digital foundation needed for FSMA 204 compliance.

🎧 This episode concludes our three-part series with practical guidance on meeting FDA reporting requirements and preparing your organization for successful compliance.

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