Barilla's commitment to food safety, with the contribution of DNV

For many years, DNV’s independent verification has supported Barilla in conducting second-party audits on supply chain control and raw material traceability.

Barilla is an Italian multinational food company, operating in the market of dry pasta, ready-made sauces, baked goods, flour, and bread. Founded in 1877, with 20 brands and 30 production sites today, Barilla is a symbol of Italian excellence in the agri-food sector worldwide.

DNV is proud to have a long-term partnership with Barilla, focusing on supply chain governance, as well as food quality and safety.

In an era where globalization and technological innovation are revolutionizing the Food & Beverage sector, ensuring food quality and safety has never been more crucial. For a multinational like Barilla, committed to satisfying the tastes and needs of consumers worldwide, these aspects are fundamental for long-term success and sustainability. Investing in these areas is essential to ensure that every product is synonymous with safety, quality, and trust.

Barilla has always paid great attention to monitoring its supply chain, primarily focusing on quality and food safety. The traceability of raw materials and supply chain control are crucial factors for a multinational in the Food & Beverage sector.

For many years, DNV has supported Barilla in conducting second-party audits on suppliers, focusing on prevention and continuous improvement. The governance and success of this program are ensured by a dedicated project management structure, with the aim of verifying legal food quality and safety requirements and, where required, additional specific Barilla requirements beyond regulatory compliance. This is done with a view to preventing possible deviations from these requirements.

Patrick Pagliarani, Supplier Quality Director at Barilla, confirms that, regarding supply chain audit management, the collaboration with DNV is positive and represents valuable support in completing Barilla's preventive audit plans. In fact, DNV provides a pool of auditors with consolidated experience and specific investigative capabilities to delve into targeted investigation cases. Pagliarani states that the organization and planning of audits, along with the quality of reporting, provide a service that meets expectations and is continuously monitored by Barilla.

For a brand as esteemed as Barilla, guaranteeing the safety and quality of its products and processes is not merely a priority; it is a crucial factor for sustained success. DNV is proud to play a role in this commitment.

Control, prevention, and continuous improvement of the supply chain are key elements to ensure the quality and food safety of our raw materials and consequently of Barilla's finished products. The need for a partner with an international scope, capable of accurately and reliably verifying Barilla's supplier requirements, while maintaining a certain level of flexibility in responding to both scheduled audit plans and any emergency interventions, led us to turn to DNV."

  • Patrick Pagliarani
  • Supplier Quality Director
  • Barilla

The collaboration with Barilla is an emblematic example of how commitment to food safety can be strengthened through a strategic and long-term partnership. Barilla's proactive approach to managing quality and safety in the supply chain demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence and continuous innovation. We are proud to contribute to Barilla's success, ensuring that every product meets the highest standards of safety and quality, confirming their position as a leader in the food sector."

  • Stefano Santamato
  • Head of Sales & Business Development, Central-Southern Europe
  • DNV

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