Food Specifications & NPD
Share Real Time Insights and Collaborate on Food Product Development

SOLUTIONS
Streamline Food Specification Management and New Product Development (NPD) with digital precision
Take control of your product development lifecycle with Foods Connected’s intelligent platform for food specification management and New Product Development (NPD). Empower your technical and NPD teams with automation, collaboration, and full visibility from concept to launch.
Complete Specifications & NPD Management
New Product Development
FEATURES
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Stage Gate Process Control
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Collaborate Internally & With Customers
3
Fully Configurable Process & Format
4
Deadline Tracking & Gantt Charts
5
Recipe Development
6
QUID & Nutritional Data Management
Retail Pack Specifications
FEATURES
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Ready Meals
2
Retail Packed Meat, Poultry & Seafood
3
Fresh Produce
4
Ambient Products
5
Dairy Products
6
Canned Products
Raw Material Specifications
FEATURES
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Product Photos & Storyboards
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Quality & Packaging Requirements
3
Sharing with Suppliers/Customers
4
Sign-Off Tracking
5
Mobile Accessible on Factory Floor
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Link to Product Inspections
Packaging Specifications
FEATURES
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Customisable Templates
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Collaboration with Suppliers
3
Food Safety Requirements
4
Country Legislation
5
Chemical Legislation
6
Recyclable Data
Complex Ingredients Specifications
FEATURES
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Allergen Management
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Nutritional Information
3
Additives & Dietary Derivatives
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Standardised Format for All Suppliers
5
Advanced Search Ability
Manufacturing Process Specifications
FEATURES
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Visual Story Boards
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Operative Step-by-Step Guides
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Mobile Accessible on Factory Floor
4
Change Tracking & Version Control
5
Link to Production Quality Checks
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Food Specification & NPD Software FAQs
What is Foods Connected’s Food Procurement Management Software?
Foods Connected’s Food Specifications & NPD (New Product Development) solution is a cloud-based platform that streamlines the creation, approval, and management of product specifications and NPD workflows. It is designed for food businesses looking to ensure product consistency, meet compliance standards, and accelerate product development.
Who is this solution designed for?
This solution is ideal for food manufacturers, processors, retailers, and suppliers who need to manage detailed food product specifications, track NPD progress, and ensure accuracy and compliance throughout their supply chains.
What types of specifications can I manage with this tool?
You can create and manage a wide range of specification types including:
- Raw materials and ingredients
- Finished goods
- Packaging
- Allergen and nutritional information
- Supplier-provided specs
How does the NPD workflow work?
The NPD workflow enables you to manage the entire product development lifecycle – from initial concept to launch. It includes task assignments, milestone tracking, collaboration tools, and document version control to ensure timely and efficient project delivery.
Can I collaborate with my suppliers using this platform?
Yes. Suppliers can be invited to input and update specifications directly in the system. This ensures data accuracy, reduces email communication, and provides a central record of supplier documentation.
Does the solution support compliance and regulatory requirements?
Absolutely. The system helps ensure that all products meet required food safety and legal standards by embedding checks, validations, and approval processes throughout the workflow. It supports industry and retailer-specific requirements.
What are the benefits of using this solution?
Key benefits include:
- Faster product development cycles
- Reduced risk of errors or non-compliance
- Centralised specification repository
- Improved internal and supplier collaboration
- Greater traceability and audit readiness
Is it possible to customise the approval workflows?
Yes. Workflows can be tailored to match your company’s processes, including multi-level approvals, automatic notifications, and user permissions for different roles.
Does it integrate with other Foods Connected modules?
Yes. The solution integrates seamlessly with other modules like Quality Management, Supplier Management, and Traceability, providing an end-to-end solution for food businesses.