Choosing a reputable supplier is no small task. The safety and quality of your final food product is ultimately dependent on both the ingredients themselves and on the best practices of the supplier. Let’s take a look at some helpful recommendations for choosing the right suppliers.

Written by SmartSense | April 25, 2017 | Food Safety

Surveys frequently show that most consumers believe locally sourced foods are safe from foodborne illness. Consumers are not alone - many industry professionals believe this too. Yet both groups may be subscribing to a myth. In this post, we’ll take a look at the case study of raw oysters to uncover how local, high-end suppliers can also be victims of contamination.

Written by SmartSense | April 19, 2017 | Food Safety

Pharmaceutical companies typically spend 15 years and $1 billion developing a successful drug or vaccine. In fact, for every 1,000 compounds initially developed, only 1 makes it to market. Given these costs and risks, drug company leaders need to direct more attention than ever toward the appropriate storage and transit of pharmaceutical products to maintain their integrity.

Written by SmartSense | April 18, 2017 | Pharmacy Safety

While most products have strict temperature ranges, pharmaceuticals are extremely sensitive. It is critical to maintain a safe temperature range for vaccines and medications in transport and in storage.

Written by SmartSense | April 12, 2017 | Pharmacy Safety

If you’re in charge of food safety for a chain restaurant you probably ask yourself the same question every day, “Is our food being stored and handled properly to ensure compliance?” Across all your locations, you’re not likely to find someone with the answer you need.  But, there is an FDA study that can point you in the right direction.

Written by SmartSense | April 11, 2017 | Food Safety

As a pharmacist, you’re already meticulous about the human factors that can affect a patient’s medication. Double-checking prescriptions, measuring dosages with care, and confirming the patient’s identity are all second nature to you. You probably also follow the general CDC guidelines about storing medications to keep them safe and effective. You keep vaccines in the refrigerator, for instance, and hope that...

Written by SmartSense | April 5, 2017 | Pharmacy Safety