Intertek's Assurance in Action Podcast Network
Welcome to the Intertek Podcast Network, Assurance in Action, your hub for quality insights and information from our Intertek experts. Learn what our people are saying about important industry trends ranging from food safety standards to supplier management and everything in between! With new and recurring guests, we are poised to provide you the knowledge needed to enhance your business processes, operations, and safety.
Episodes
160 episodes
European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR): An Overview of Products and Commodities Impacted
In this episode, join scientific consultants Lois Haighton, Luke Gwenter, and Karen Ngo from Intertek’s Food & Nutrition Assuris Group as they dive into the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Tune in as they break down the key commodities ...
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Season 8
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Episode 4
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9:20
Sustainability 101: Mastering Loss Prevention in Retail & Restaurants
Loss prevention in restaurants is crucial to minimize theft, reduce waste, and protect profits, ensuring long-term sustainability and efficiency. In this podcast, we look at the causes of loss in restaurants and retail businesses and solutions ...
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Season 8
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Episode 3
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12:30
CSRD Series- Part 16: Evidencing CSRD compliance: Which data do you need to focus on?
In this podcast, we dive into how we should look to evidence compliance with CSRD and specifically touch upon the data side of the things which is proving to be a minefield for so many companies. Listen in for insight and tools to help make the...
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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22:10
Materiality in Sustainability: The Key to Focused Strategy and Credible Reporting
In this episode, Poonam Sinha, Sustainability Manager at Intertek Assuris, breaks down the concept of materiality—what it means, its role in aligning key issues with sustainability goals, and its importance in credible sustainability reporting....
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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27:33
Animal Feed Part#4: Insights on Innovative Feed Enhancement and Economic Development Act with Intertek Assuris
In this episode, join scientific consultants Ryan Parente and Brandon Walters from Intertek’s Safety & Regulatory team as they delve into the proposed Feed Enhancement and Economic Development Act, or Innovative FEED Act of 2023. They will ...
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Season 7
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Episode 41
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10:44
Sustainability Awareness: ISCC Plus Certification
In this edition of Intertek’s Sustainability Awareness Podcast Series, we discuss ISCC PLUS certification - a voluntary scheme that is applicable for the bioeconomy and circular economy for food, feed, chemicals, plastics, packaging, text...
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Season 7
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Episode 40
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9:30
Animal Feed Part#3: Dissecting the Proposed New Regulatory Pathway for AAFCO New Ingredient Definitions with Intertek Assuris
Welcome to the Intertek Assuris Podcast series! In this episode, join scientific consultants Brandon Walters and Ryan Parente from Intertek’s Safety & Regulatory team as they explore how AAFCO plans to adapt, maintain regulatory consistency...
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Season 7
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Episode 39
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8:07
Animal Feed Part#2: Understanding the FDA's Proposed Animal Feed Ingredient Consultation Process with Intertek Assuris
In this episode, join scientific consultants Ryan Parente and Brandon Walters from Intertek’s Safety & Regulatory team as they delve into the latest developments in U.S. animal feed ingredient regulations. Together, they explore the propose...
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Season 7
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Episode 38
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7:26
Future Fuels: Rate of Defossilisation in Aviation
The Future of Renewable Fuels: Innovations and Challenges In this episode of the Assurance in Action Future Fuels series, we dive into the aviation sector’s journey toward defossilisation. Sustainable Aviation Fuels...
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Season 7
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Episode 37
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10:11
Vegan Food Series: Regenerative Farming and Sustainability in Vegan Food
In this episode, we are diving into the future of plant-based food and sustainable practices. Hosted by Patrick McNamara, this episode brings together leading voices on three essential topics: 1️⃣ Regenerative Farming – Dr. V...
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Season 7
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Episode 36
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37:54
Navigating ISO 42001 Standard for Ethical and Responsible AI Management
This episode explores how the ISO 42001 standard guides organizations in managing AI ethically. Our experts discuss the importance of responsible data inputs, preventing bias, and ensuring transparency in AI outputs to protect society from misu...
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Season 7
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Episode 35
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9:04
Animal Feed Part#1: Navigating U.S. Animal Feed Ingredient Regulatory Changes with Intertek Assuris
Join us for an insightful episode in our special podcast series, where we dive into recent shifts in the U.S. regulatory landscape for animal feed ingredients. Hosted by Brandon Walters, Scientific Consultant within Intertek's Food & Nutrit...
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Season 7
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Episode 34
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6:43
CSRD Series- Part 15: What CSRD best practice looks like for automotive companies.
The global automotive industry has been making remarkable progress in its journey toward sustainability, driven by innovations like Electric Vehicles (EVs) and advanced connectivity features. These advancements are shaping a more sustainable fu...
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Season 7
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Episode 33
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16:42
Vegan Food Series: Exploring the Vegan and Cultivated Meat Markets
In this episode, we explore the world of cultivated and vegan meat. Alice Johnson discusses the cultivated meat process, highlighting its potential as a sustainable alternative to traditional meat production.Kerry Finch and Julie Horton ...
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Season 7
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Episode 32
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33:57
Future Fuels: Policy Frameworks, Emerging Technologies, and Consumer Engagement
The Future of Renewable Fuels: Innovations and Challenges In this episode of Intertek’s Assurance in Action Future Fuels series, experts Liam Mills and Mike Koziar take a deep dive into the rapidly evolving world o...
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Season 7
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Episode 31
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21:41
CSRD Series-Part 14: Exploring the Impact of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)
Introduced in January last year by the European Union (EU), the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive - CSRD - is aimed at standardizing EU su...
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Season 7
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Episode 30
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13:45
ESG Series: Understanding and Improving Sustainability Scores
In this episode of the Assurance in Action podcast, the discussion revolves around sustainability scores and their significance in assessing a company's environmental, social, and governance practices. Sustainability scores, used by st...
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Season 7
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Episode 29
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12:47
Threading Transparency: Navigating Textile Traceability in the EU
Intertek Softlines and Hardlines Edition 1This episode of Assurance in Action explores the critical role of traceability in textiles, highlighting the impact of sustainability and regulatory demands. It reviews essential...
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Season 7
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Episode 28
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14:28
Managing Cybersecurity Risks in Medical Devices
This episode covers the growing importance of managing cybersecurity risks in medical devices under the EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR). Key topics include integrating cybersecurity into device design, maintaining security throughout the dev...
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Season 7
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Episode 27
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7:15
Future Fuels: Innovations and Challenges
The Future of Renewable Fuels: Innovations and ChallengesWe're excited to launch a special Assurance in Action series on Future Fuels.In the first episode, Intertek Caleb Brett experts Liam Mills and Mike Koziar dive into ...
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Season 7
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Episode 26
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42:18
Driving Environmental Stewardship Landfill Diversion I New UK waste regulations
Sustainability SeriesAs responsible and clean manufacturing have become expectations to customers and interested parties within industries, companies can demonstrate environmental stewardship by adhering to waste and packaging reg...
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Season 7
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Episode 25
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13:29
Sustainability Awareness: ISCC Insights
In this episode, explore the origins, purpose, and criteria of ISCC certification and its vital role in promoting sustainable practices across various industries. Discover how traceability ensures ethical production and why ISCC certification i...
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Season 7
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Episode 24
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8:43
Vegan Food Series: Ultra-Processed Foods & Health Claims
Vegan Food Series - Episode 2Tune in to the second episode of our Vegan Food series on the Assurance in Action podcast, hosted by Patrick McNamara, Global Innovations and Quality Manager for Food Services. In this episode...
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Season 7
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Episode 23
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27:16
Bridging ESG: The Importance of Gap Analysis
Welcome to the second episode in our ESG series on the Assurance in Action podcast! Join our Vice President of Sustainability, David Muil, as he discusses the importance of gap analysis in meeting ESG (Environmental, Social,...
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Season 7
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Episode 22
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9:55
What You Need to Know About California’s SB 253 & 261
In this episode of Intertek’s Assurance in Action podcast, Beth Mielbrecht, Associate Director at Intertek Assuris, discusses the impact of California Senate Bills 253 and 261. These laws focus on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reporting and cl...
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Season 7
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Episode 21
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13:04