Food Authorisations Consulting
We identify requirements applicable to the activity, review premises and workflows, and support documentation preparation for the relevant procedure.
Benefits
- Save time and resources
- Reduced risk of errors and document rework
- Support with structuring the required documentation
- Support with technical communication with authorities within the agreed mandate
Our Process
- 1Identification of required authorisations
- 2Documentation preparation
- 3Preparing the file for submission
- 4Clarifications and status follow-up within the agreed mandate
Authorisations Consulting: practical scope and deliverables
This section clarifies where the service applies, what documents and recommendations are delivered, and which operational risks are reduced.
Who this service is for
- Entrepreneurs opening restaurants, cafés, laboratories, production units or food storage spaces
- Companies changing activity, expanding premises, relocating a work site or preparing an authorisation file
- Sites that need clarity on approvals, workflows, layouts, documents and technical requirements
- Businesses aiming to reduce rejection, delay or repeated requests for additional documentation
What we deliver
- Identification of authorisations, approvals and documents relevant to the proposed activity
- Review of premises, workflows, equipment placement and technical requirements before file submission
- Support with documentation structure, layouts, process descriptions and required specifications
- Practical recommendations to prepare the site before assessment, inspection or submission
Risks reduced
- Incomplete or unclear files that may cause delays, rejection or additional document requests
- Incorrect technological flows, cross-contamination risk or unsuitable placement of work areas
- Investment made before validating the applicable technical and operational requirements
- Mismatch between declared activity, existing premises and documentation prepared for authorities
Required information and responsibilities
Important clarification: The procedure and required documents depend on the activity and competent authority. Registration, authorisation or approval is issued solely by the competent authority.
Information we need
- A description of the activity, products, processes, location and intended objective
- Existing documentation such as procedures, recipes, labels, layouts, specifications or records
- Inspection or audit reports, laboratory results and relevant deadlines, where available
Limitations and responsibilities
- Recommendations are based on the information and documents supplied by the client
- Changes to products, processes, suppliers, premises or applicable requirements may require a new review
- The operator remains responsible for information supplied, daily implementation and compliance with applicable legal obligations
Frequently Asked Questions
What authorisations are needed for a food establishment?
Depending on the activity, you may need: sanitary-veterinary authorisation, DSP approval, environmental authorisation, ISU authorisation and other specific approvals.
How long does the authorisation process take?
Duration varies depending on authorisation type and establishment complexity, from a few weeks to several months.