Quality, safety and efficiency are key drivers in the food value chain. Each of these elements impacts on the sustainability of your business. At G.I.T.O we have the expertise to mitigate risk and improve efficiency at every stage of the value chain from primary production to retail and hospitality, encompassing sectors including:

  • Primary Production
  • Transportation, logistics and trade
  • Processors and suppliers
  • Retail and hospitality

From training and inspection, audit and certification, testing and advisory services to retail store checks and mystery shopping. Our global team of industry experts help you guarantee that your operations meet the highest global standards. Our tailor made solutions are devised in close cooperation with your organization. They can include not only all industry sectors but also the increasing focus from clients and consumers on the social, economic, and environmental impact of your day to day activities.

Primary Production

To ensure the safety of food throughout the food chain, we start with production process. Quality, safety, and effectiveness are key factors in the food industry.Our company has experts who follow up the long and precise food manufacturing process. Random samples are taken during and after the completion of manufacturing to ensure that the health and quality standards are met.

In addition to direct laboratory tests, we provide the following:

  • Visual inspection of raw materials.
  • Checking the certificates and accompanying documents and making sure that they meet the required specifications.
  • Testing and inspection for any type of pollution (soil, air, waste, pests, etc.)
  • Ensure the cleanliness of installations and equipment.
  • Ensure the protection of the product from infectious diseases and outbreaks.
  • Monitoring the use of insecticides.
  • Supervising packing operations
  • Visual detection of packaging and the extent to which they meet the explanatory data. Check the weights and sizes.
  • Detection of transportation, containers, and other packing boxes in terms of cleanlinessand its appropriateness of the terms adopted.
  • Photographic evaluation.

Transport, logistics, and trade

Reduce risk, maintain safety, and increase efficiency in food storage and in shipping with our logistics and commercial services.
Affected crops, contaminated food and damaged imports cost you time and money, and transporting food products puts your income at risk. Transient goods are also at risk of food-borne diseases, chemical, microbiological or physical hazards.
All organizations involved in the food trade can benefit from our knowledge, expertise, and global network.

Our services include:

  • Food testing
  • Fumigation
  • Inspection
  • Packaging and environmental testing
  • Measurement and calibration
  • Collateral management
  • Inventory control
  • Audit and Accreditation
  • Training

We also monitor the safety of logistics procedures that need temperature control (frozen and chilled) to guarantee the economic quality of materials.

Processors and Suppliers

Our company effectively maintains product quality and safety across multiple supply chains. This means that we can help you protect your brand and gain market and shareholder confidence, resulting in enhanced and sustainable business transactions.
We offer a range of services to food manufacturers and trademark owners, as well as their suppliers.

We provide the following:

  • Checking and certifications.
  • Inspections.
  • Solutions to ensure sustainability.
  • Technical solutions.
  • Testsand analysis.
  • Training.

Retail and Hospitality

Our company provides a full range of services to the retail and hospitality sectors, which helps to protect the brand, to win the trust of customers and to develop strong business relationships.
We deliver an integrated suite of services to brand owners, retailers, brokers, private label owners, food insurance companies, restaurants, hotels, customers in the tourism sector and food service providers.

Services include the following:

  • Technical solutions.
  • Food safety certification.
  • Food safety drills.
  • Food testing and analytical services.
  • Food safety auditing.
  • Inspection services.

Our global network and expertise ensure a single and integrated source of services and information that can help reduce risk, increase productivity, and ensure compliance