Aug 7, 2024
Food safety is intricate, and for some, it can be emotional. But as food safety evolves, technology and innovation are more crucial now than ever.
Reid Jackson and Darin Detwiler, Founder and CEO of Detwiler Consulting Group, discuss the intricacies of food safety. Darin, an expert with over 31 years of experience, opens up about his journey, which began with the tragic loss of his son to E. coli and evolved into a lifelong commitment to improving food safety standards.
They discuss the roles that new technologies and procedures play in fortifying food safety systems, the emotional and operational challenges faced by professionals in the field, and the essential human elements—like courage—that drive meaningful change. They also address the complexities of balancing short-term and long-term goals in food safety investments, emphasizing the importance of preparing and integrating cutting-edge solutions amid ongoing production challenges.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
How integrating advanced digital solutions like data analytics and blockchain can simultaneously address long-term and short-term goals within the food safety sector, ensuring a sustainable and secure supply chain.
The importance of cultivating courage within food safety leadership roles, emphasizing the critical need for a proactive approach in preventing and mitigating safety crises.
The transformative role of social media in empowering consumers as active stakeholders in food safety, contributing real-time data, and enhancing industry transparency and responsiveness to potential risks.
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