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Column Saskia Stender: Trust cannot be automated

The other day, I came across another one of those wonderful statements on LinkedIn: “In the age of AI, trust will become the most important factor for success.” I couldn’t help but smile. As if that were something new. ..

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Stop the invoicing treadmill in food software

09 September 2025

Food companies usually have their affairs in order: smart people, well-designed processes, and a genuine passion for their products. But put ten of these businesses side by side, and you'll notice the same IT puzzle ever...

paSys Food Automatisering delivers practical solutions for the food industry

08 September 2025

The Dutch food industry welcomes a strong new player: paSys Food Automatisering. This company is fully focused on delivering and supporting smart, practical software and hardware solutions tailored to food production com...

Smart software and weighing systems from METTLER TOLEDO

26 August 2025

In food production, smooth and efficient processes depend on complete confidence in accurate data. Yet in many production environments, weighing data is still recorded manually—an approach that is both time-consuming and...

How a MES can future-proof your production

08 July 2025

In today’s food industry, it all comes down to data: gaining insight is crucial to prevent downtime, waste, and quality issues. A Manufacturing Execution System supports this effort. The days when production lines ran...

In Good Company with Aptean

23 June 2025

Aptean connects experts and businesses in the food and beverage industry to collectively build more efficient processes, intelligent technology, and sustainable growth. See how your company can adapt and thrive. Trans...

Online edition May 2025 | Food Safety

12 May 2025

Food safety isn’t just about ‘doing your best’. It requires structure, discipline and, above all, forward thinking. Yet in practice, it’s often treated as an afterthought. “Most companies mean well, but everythi...

The Future of Food 2025

12 May 2025

Before food ends up on our plates, it goes through a long and complex journey — and that journey is changing rapidly. Will the “Ozempic-isation” of society continue until obesity is a thing of the past? Will each city ha...

Online tool WUR aids HACCP hazard identification

12 May 2025

Due to changes in legislation and developments such as climate change and the circular economy, many companies face serious challenges in conducting proper hazard identification and keeping their assessments up to date. ...

Den Eelder streamlines dairy operations with ERP software

12 May 2025

Dairy farm Den Eelder is thriving. Over the past decades, this combined farm and dairy producer has built a strong reputation by supplying high-quality dairy products to both retail and foodservice sectors. Professionali...

Column Saskia Stender: Another certificate? Yes, for AI

12 May 2025

The smell of freshly baked cookies still lingers in the factory when we’re informed that yet another certificate is required. As if HACCP, BRC, and IFS weren’t enough already. Now there’s one more that you can’t ignore: ...

Why EU construction outperforms US

09 May 2025

While the construction industry has been experiencing declining labour productivity across the globe, European contractors continue to outperform their American counterparts. Both regions have seen a drop in construction...

Staff shortages continue to weigh on food industry

17 April 2025

The Dutch food industry has been hitting a solid wall for years: a shortage of people. Despite rising wages and significant investments in automation, the lack of staff continues to be the main brake on growth. ING Resea...

Book presentation The Future of FOOD

15 April 2025

In a setting that breathes innovation and future thinking, we proudly presented our book The Future of FOOD. Hosted by Koppert Cress, we gathered with our OSV network to not only hand over the first copy of the book, but...

The food sector stands to gain from AI

07 April 2025

The Dutch labour market is changing rapidly, and companies in the food industry are feeling it too. Staff shortages are increasing, while the pressure to boost productivity keeps rising. A recent analysis highlights an o...

A sustainable and resilient food system

01 April 2025

The food industry is transforming due to climate change, technology, and AI. Sustainability and innovation are essential for the industry's future. Companies must adapt to stay ahead. The food and beverage industry is...