American Food Manufacturing Summit

The Generis American Food Manufacturing Summit sets the standard for industry connections and idea exchange. The Generis American Food Manufacturing Summit is designed to bring food and beverage processors and suppliers together to discuss current trends, strategic insights and best practices in an ever-evolving environment.

Network with over 150 of your peers, connect with exhibitors and learn from the top industry influencers as we explore strategies to improve automation, operational excellence, quality and safety.  Some of the Key Themes being explored include:

MANUFACTURING AND AUTOMATION

• Examining the future of food processing and manufacturing
• Embracing digital transformation and technology for manufacturing excellence
• Increasing operational efficiency, performance and resilience
• Driving productivity through project and people management
• Capturing sustainable gains from Lean and Operations Excellence programs
• Upgrading legacy operations with state of the art automation and technology innovations
• Discussing tools and strategies to obtain real-time operations information
• Achieving sustainability goals plus the added benefits of cost savings
• Sustaining inventory and supply chain capabilities

QUALITY AND SAFETY

• Addressing the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) regulations
• Navigating FDA regulations and their impact on F&B manufacturing and quality operations
• Establishing effective food quality and safety management systems
• Ensuring processed products are safe and free of contaminants
• Analyzing potential vulnerabilities and risks in the supply chain
• Incorporating sanitary design principles to all areas of production
• Discussing factors influencing HACCP implementation in the food industry
• Improving quality control of raw materials, ingredients and additives