SQF — Safe Quality Food Program.
Who needs SQF
Key benefits
Key Requirements
SQF distinguishes itself by combining food safety and product quality requirements under a single GFSI-recognized scheme — particularly important in the North American retail market.
Certification Process
- 1
Gap assessment
- 2
System development and implementation
- 3
Internal audit
- 4
SQF certification audit
- 5
Corrective actions (if required)
- 6
Certification decision
Why EmpowerNexs
International consulting experience across private sector, certification bodies, and donor-funded programs.
Deep capability across ISO and GFSI standards plus certification readiness — from gap to surveillance.
Equally fluent with manufacturers, exporters, SMEs, and international development organizations.
Engagements delivered across all U.S. states and globally through our regional and field operations.
Systems that actually work in operations — not binders that sit on a shelf between audits.
On-site presence where the work demands it, remote where it doesn't, and a sized engagement either way.
Operating in the languages, contexts, and regulatory environments of the markets we serve.
Related standards we support.
Ready to Align and Achieve?
We provide expert support for standards alignment and certification facilitation — request a consultation to take the next step.
“Empower NEXS is a unique research and development partner. They helped us improve product quality and achieve international recognition.”