From GE Intelligent Platforms

Food safety concerns continue to be at the forefront of public attention, in part due to issues such as salmonella found in eggs and tomatoes, and melamine in milk, all of which have led to high-profile product recalls. In today's age of globalization, ever-increasing consumer awareness, and continually evolving government regulations, there is a legitimate urgency among manufacturers to take more ownership for food safety to protect their brands.

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