With our deep understanding of the rule, New Era Partners can quickly help organizations identify paths to compliance.
No one knows the FDA’s Food Traceability Rule better than industry thought leader Andy Kennedy. Andy founded New Era Partners in 2023 with fellow industry expert Matt Regusci, co-founder of Azzule | PrimusGFS and one of the leading entrepreneurs in Testing, Inspection, and Compliance, to provide personalized traceability and compliance consulting. The rule is complex and will have huge operational impacts, especially for larger organizations. Because of this, Andy and Matt saw a need for greater guidance and support in complying with the FDA’s Food Traceability Rule (FSMA Rule 204).
There are a myriad of questions, exceptions, and nuances surrounding FSMA 204. Do you know if your supply chain partners are sending you what you need to record your traceability data? Do you have a plan to fill the data gaps in your whole supply chain, including brokers, distributors, terminal markets, and small local growers? How do you plan to share shipping key data elements with your customers or retail stores?
Taking the time to understand the impact of FSMA 204 on your operations and supply chain will consume resources and cut into the limited time available to implement a solution before the compliance deadline. Your ability to achieve compliance depends on receiving key data from your supply chain and implementing consistent internal data collection processes.
New Era Partners cuts through all the complexity to provide a smooth path to compliance. We help food organizations across the supply chain navigate the rule, manage data across supplier networks, and enhance food safety through greater supply chain visibility.
Natalie brings a wealth of experience in sustainable supply chain, traceability technology and business development. Most recently, Natalie held a leadership role in innovation at The Marine Stewardship Council, a UN-recognized leader in sustainable fishing standard certification. At New Era Partners, Natalie will work with our clients to leverage traceability technology to improve supply chain operations by increasing efficiency and transparency across their supply chain.
We help organizations achieve and maintain compliance.
New Era Partners is a subsidiary of iFoodDS providing objective, technology-neutral advice. We help grocers, foodservice operators, processors, distributors, and packer-shippers navigate the complexities of FSMA Rule 204. Our deep knowledge of the rule and the intricacies of the supply chain uniquely positions us to advise enterprises on the regulatory and operational aspects of FSMA 204. Our consultants identify the best pathways to achieve and maintain compliance.
The FDA’s Food Traceability Rule (FSMA 204) was finalized November 2022 and will be enforced January 2026. The rule provides additional recordkeeping requirements for entities that manufacture, process, pack, or hold foods included on the Food Traceability List (FTL). If you need guidance and tips to help you read the rule, download our free guide.