Process development and optimisation in the food industry
Efficient processes are the key to economical, safe and sustainable food production. From the receipt of raw materials to the delivery of finished products, all processes must be perfectly coordinated to ensure quality, efficiency and profitability.
I support companies in the food industry in developing and optimising processes to reduce production costs, shorten throughput times and meet the highest quality standards.
Process development in production: efficiency from the outset
The development of new production processes requires a holistic approach – from raw material procurement and processing to packaging and logistics. My services include:
Process design for new products and production lines
Development of efficient production processes for new food products
Optimisation of recipe and mixing processes for better scalability
Adaptation to hygiene and food law requirements
Optimisation of production lines and processes
Reduction of downtime and bottlenecks in production
Improvement of material flow and reduction of waste
Integration of automation and digitalisation for greater efficiency
Adaptation to legal and normative requirements
Ensuring compliance with current standards such as IFS Food & HACCP
Optimisation of traceability and documentation
Implementation of sustainable processes to reduce energy and water consumption
Increased efficiency in related areas: quality, logistics and packaging
Not only production itself, but also upstream and downstream processes determine a company's competitiveness.
Packaging & filling processes
Development of efficient packaging solutions that maximise product safety and shelf life
Optimisation of filling processes for lower material losses
Implementation of sustainable packaging concepts
Logistics & warehousing
Improvement of warehousing through optimised FIFO-/FEFO-systems
Reduction of transport and delivery times through intelligent route planning
Digitalisation of merchandise management for more transparency
Quality and hygiene management
Process optimisation to minimise microbiological risks
Improved testing and control processes for consistently high quality
Implementation of measures to reduce the number of complaints
Why process optimisation is crucial in the food industry
Competitive advantage: efficient processes reduce costs and increase product quality
Sustainability: Resource-efficient processes save energy and reduce waste
Safety & Compliance: Reliable compliance with legal requirements
Flexibility: Fast adaptation to new market requirements and customer preferences
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