Atome Bakery Inc., a beloved local bakery in Vancouver, recently achieved a significant milestone in its operations thanks to the support of the Traceability Adoption Program (TAP). With funding from the Governments of Canada and British Columbia, the bakery has successfully implemented a cutting-edge traceability software system that enhances their ability to track ingredients and products throughout their production process.
Alice Couderc, owner of Atome Bakery, expressed her gratitude for the support received from TAP, highlighting its profound impact on their business. “Thanks to the TAP funding, Atome Bakery was able to implement a traceability software. This will be particularly crucial in case of recall, as the software allows us to go to a level of detail much higher than we were previously able to achieve. For instance, for each baguette received by a customer, we can tell which bag of flour was used and recall all the baguettes from the same bag of flour instead of having to recall the entire production for that day.”
Thanks to the TAP funding, Atome Bakery was able to implement a traceability software. This will be particularly crucial in case of recall, as the software allows us to go to a level of detail much higher than we were previously able to achieve. For instance, for each baguette received by a customer, we can tell which bag of flour was used and recall all the baguettes from the same bag of flour instead of having to recall the entire production for that day.
This enhanced level of traceability is not only instrumental in ensuring food safety but also boosts consumer confidence and reinforces Atome Bakery's commitment to quality. The bakery can now quickly respond to any food safety concerns, minimizing potential risks to their customers and maintaining their reputation for excellence.
The implementation of such technology is a testament to TAP's goal of helping agrifood businesses in British Columbia adopt robust traceability systems that comply with existing and new regulations. By supporting businesses like Atome Bakery, TAP is enhancing food safety measures across the province, ensuring that local communities can enjoy high-quality, safe products.
Atome Bakery’s success story serves as an inspiring example of how small businesses can leverage government initiatives to enhance their operations and strengthen their commitment to quality and safety.
The Traceability Adoption Program (TAP) is funded by the Governments of Canada and British Columbia through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership, a federal-provincial-territorial initiative. The program is delivered by IAF.
