The Alliance for Advanced Sanitation has announced the launch of an industry-wide survey. The initiative seeks to capture the current state of innovation, manufacturing, and workforce needs across the global food supply chain.

The Context: Why Your Voice Matters Now

The food industry is no longer just about production; it is about resilience. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), global food systems face unprecedented pressure from climate volatility and supply chain disruptions, necessitating a rapid shift toward "circular" and tech-enabled manufacturing processes. Furthermore, the World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes that as food production becomes more complex, the risk of emerging foodborne pathogens increases, making advanced sanitation and regulatory compliance more critical than ever.

"We are all curious to learn what others in the food industry are experiencing," said a representative of the Alliance. "The data we collect will help translate research into action, ensuring that educational and technological resources are directed where they are needed most; whether that is on the manufacturing floor, in the warehouse, or within the marketing suite."

Survey Details

The Alliance is calling on professionals from manufacturing, marketing, restaurants, sales, and transportation to contribute their expertise and perspectives to this study.

• Objective: To identify gaps in innovation, regulatory readiness, workforce personnel, and educational needs
• Time commitment: 12–15 minutes
• Participant incentive: Respondents will receive exclusive early access to the study's specific findings before the final results are published to the general public.

Access the survey here.  

The Alliance for Advanced Sanitation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the food supply by translating research into action. Through the Global Alliance for Food Safety Data and the Sanitation Development Group, the Alliance provides essential education, training, and strategic services. Supported by an international network of research partners and labs, membership is open to all food industry professionals worldwide.