Join the legion of satisfied Produce Inventory Control System (PICS) software users and opt for software that’s created, updated, and maintained right here in Canada. Go Canada! The WaudWare Support Team is second to none. Read all about it! Do You Have Questions About Software for Fresh Produce? We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked … Read more
When we created Produce Inventory Control System (PICS) software in 1989, we believed businesses involved in buying, selling, and distributing fresh produce needed software that: (a) was specific to their industry (b) was considered user-friendly (c) could be customized to suit their unique operational needs (d) would grow with them (e) would keep up with … Read more
Protecting computers and networks against cyber threats is an increasingly important element of any company’s business plan. Produce Talks from CPMA This month’s CPMA podcast features two speakers from the Produce Supply Organization (PSO), a not-for-profit organization established to help the fresh produce industry with its technology needs. Cybersecurity Planning to Protect Computer Networks Johnny … Read more
Do you work in the fresh produce industry? So do we! At WaudWare, we revolutionized the way business is done in the fresh fruit and vegetable (perishable produce) industry with our award winning software called PICS – Produce Inventory Control System. 33 Years in Business and Still Growing Strong! We’re celebrating our 33rd year in … Read more
On May 10, 2022, the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) and the Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) will hold the annual Farm to Plate advocacy event in Ottawa. This will be the first opportunity for members of the fresh produce industry to meet in-person with Parliamentarians and officials since the onset of the … Read more
Produce Industry Throwback, by F. Charles Waud… Back in November 2018, Forbes published What Blockchain Has To Do With Turkey, Romaine Lettuce and Food Safety. It was as informative back then as it is today. If you’ve been looking for less gobbledygook and more substance related to blockchain technology, you will appreciate this resource. And … Read more
Produce Industry Update, by F. Charles Waud… The Food and Drug Administration has proposed new traceability rules that seek elevated record-keeping for many fresh produce items, from all fresh-cut products to leafy greens and tomatoes. Starting Sept. 23, there will be a 120-day public comment period on the new rule through the Federal Register. A … Read more
Produce Industry Update, by F. Charles Waud… As businesses in the fresh produce industry pivot to deal with the effects of COVID-19, they can be assured of ongoing support from WaudWare and produce marketing associations, such as PMA in the U.S. and CPMA in Canada. The Canadian Produce Marketing Association website offers information and insights … Read more
Albertsons Will Use IBM’s Blockchain Network to Trace Romaine Lettuce Supply Chain Source: VentureBeat Albertsons Companies, one of the largest food and drug retailers in the U.S., is joining the blockchain-based IBM Food Trust network to help keep track of items in the food supply chain such as romaine lettuce. That’s important, as tainted romaine … Read more
Extensive and Reliable Software for Fresh Produce Industry Companies Each month we compile and publish updates, additions and enhancements to PICS software. This is part of our ongoing commitment to make PICS the world’s best selling software for the fresh produce industry. Here are the software updates we made to PICS during June. We have: … Read more
Strengthening Canada’s Food Safety System The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is committed to strengthening Canada’s world-class food safety system. This includes fully bringing into force the Safe Food for Canadians Act (SFCA) through new regulations—the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations. The Safe Food for Canadians Act (SFCA) became law in November 2012. Since then, … Read more
The long term objective of the IFPS [International Federation for Produce Standards] is to improve supply chain efficiency of the global fresh produce industry through developing, implementing and managing harmonized international standards. As the adoption of price look-up codes (PLU) has gained traction, the IFPS has committed to transitioning the previously unused ‘8’ prefix to … Read more
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