BRC certification
opens doors to retail.
BRC Global Standard for Food Safety is required by many UK and international retailers. AmpliFlow helps you structure documentation and follow-up.
Challenges with BRC certification
BRC places high demands on documentation and follow-up. Here are common challenges.
Retailer requirements are increasing
UK retailers require BRC certification. Without a certificate, you won't get on the shelves at Tesco, Sainsbury's or other major chains.
Extensive documentation requirements
BRC requires detailed documentation of HACCP plans, prerequisites and procedures. Everything must be traceable and up to date.
Audit findings
Unannounced audits can come at any time. If documentation isn't in order, you risk downgrade or lost certification.
Managing deviations
Every deviation must be documented, analyzed and corrected. Without a system, it's hard to prove you're learning from mistakes.
What AmpliFlow is and isn't
We believe in transparency. Here's what you can expect.
Digital management system
AmpliFlow provides document control for HACCP plans, checklists for controls, deviation management and competence matrices - everything BRC requires for documentation.
Physical connection with hardware
AmpliFlow Box is a hardware device that connects your management system to production. It automatically prints labels when checklist steps complete and monitors temperatures.
Traceability auditors want to see
Complete connection between digital checklists and physical labels. When you complete a control step, the label prints automatically - documented and traceable.
Main areas of the standard
BRC is divided into seven main chapters that all must be fulfilled.
Senior Management Commitment
Management commitment to food safety, policy and objectives, organizational structure and management review.
The Food Safety Plan - HACCP
Documented HACCP plan based on Codex Alimentarius. Hazard analysis, critical control points and verification.
Food Safety and Quality Management System
Management of specifications, suppliers, raw materials and packaging materials. Product development and labeling.
Site Standards
Requirements for buildings, premises, equipment and maintenance. Staff facilities and waste management.
Product Control
Product design, labeling, allergens, traceability and handling of complaints.
Process Control
Control of operations, measurement and monitoring, calibration and quantity control.
Personnel
Training, personal hygiene, medical screening, protective clothing and access to production areas.
How AmpliFlow supports BRC work
Features that help you document and follow up - with honest limitations.
Document Control
Collect HACCP plans, specifications, procedures and instructions with access control. Everyone finds the current version.
Checklists for controls
Create digital checklists for hygiene rounds, temperature control and production checks. Fields for values, photos and ratings.
AmpliFlow Box (hardware)
A small device installed in production. Connects to label printers and automatically prints product labels when checklist steps complete. Meets BRC clause 9.2 traceability requirements.
Deviation Management
Register deviations with categorization and prioritization. Workflow for root cause analysis, action and verification. Full traceability on who did what.
Risk Analysis
Conduct hazard analysis with risk matrix: probability x consequence. Document assessments and link to actions.
Limitation: Support for assessment - not automatic hazard identification
Supplier Register
Basic register of approved suppliers. Store certificates and approval dates.
Limitation: Basic functionality - no supplier scoring or rating
Competence Management
Competence matrices to track food hygiene training, HACCP knowledge and internal certifications. Plan and record completed training.
What you can achieve
Realistic expectations of what structured documentation provides.
documentation
All documentation collected and searchable. Easier to demonstrate at audits.
deviations
Complete history of deviations, actions and verifications.
controls
Scheduled checklists ensure controls are performed.
competence
Training records and competence matrices for all personnel.
Questions about AmpliFlow and BRC
What is BRC Global Standard for Food Safety?
BRC Global Standard for Food Safety (now BRCGS) is an international food safety standard developed by the British Retail Consortium. It is GFSI-approved and required by many UK and international retailers from their suppliers.
What is AmpliFlow Box?
AmpliFlow Box is a hardware device you install at your production facility. It connects to label printers and temperature sensors and communicates with AmpliFlow. When you complete a checklist step, it can automatically print a label or log a temperature reading.
How do we meet BRC clause 9.2 traceability requirements?
BRC clause 9.2 requires you to trace products through the entire production chain. With AmpliFlow Box, labels with batch numbers and barcodes print automatically when checklist steps complete - full connection between digital controls and physical labeling.
How does BRC differ from ISO 22000?
Both are GFSI-approved food safety standards. BRC is more detailed and prescriptive with specific requirements for facilities and processes. ISO 22000 is more flexible and follows ISO's management system structure. Many organizations choose BRC for access to UK retailers.
How long does BRC certification take?
For a food company with basic systems in place, it typically takes 6-12 months. The timeline depends on current maturity, product complexity and how quickly you can implement changes.
Can we integrate BRC work with ISO 9001?
Yes, AmpliFlow is built for integrated management systems. You can manage both BRC and ISO 9001 with shared processes for document control, deviation management and audits.
More questions?
We're happy to answer questions about how AmpliFlow can support your BRC work.
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