For businesses in the food and food supplement sectors, navigating regulatory compliance across multiple European markets has traditionally been a complex, time-consuming and expensive challenge. Enter The Reg Tech Tool™ by Rubicon Bridge – a revolutionary solution that transforms regulatory compliance from a daunting task into a streamlined, efficient process.

Developed by a team of trusted industry experts, The Reg Tech Tool™ offers an innovative, faster and more cost-effective way to ensure your products meet the necessary standards in the major European markets. In this article, we’ll explain how it works, outlining its key features, and why it’s the ultimate compliance companion for your business.

What is The Reg Tech Tool™?

The Reg Tech Tool™ is an advanced compliance software designed specifically for the food and food supplement industry. Created and developed by a team of regulatory experts, its primary goal is to take the guesswork out of regulatory compliance, helping businesses quickly determine if their products meet the necessary requirements. By automating what used to be labor-intensive manual reviews, the tool can reduce weeks of effort to a matter of minutes.

Not only does The Reg Tech Tool™ check compliance, but it also generates mandatory label and listing copy in your chosen local languages. This ensures your product isn’t just compliant but market-ready across multiple regions.

Key Features of The Reg Tech Tool™

The Reg Tech Tool™ is divided into four main modules, each addressing specific aspects of regulatory compliance:

1. Check an ingredient

The “Check an ingredient” module is a powerful tool that enables users to quickly research and analyse individual ingredients against thousands of regulatory rules and data points.

• Streamlined Ingredient Research: Easily search through a comprehensive database to verify ingredient compliance.
• Comprehensive Insights: Get detailed information on upper limits, bans, restrictions, warnings and more.
• Market-Specific Guidance: Understand how specific levels or preparations of an ingredient affect its market eligibility.
• Designed for Diverse Users: Whether you’re a regulatory expert, manufacturer or brand owner, this module provides the clarity you need.
• Simplified Compliance: Eliminate the need to consult multiple sources like governmental websites, PDFs and spreadsheets.

2. Check a formulation

This module is ideal for businesses looking to analyse complete product formulations for compliance.

• Comprehensive Product Analysis: Submit detailed information about your product and receive a thorough review against all applicable regulations.
• Regulatory Accuracy: Ensure every element of your formulation meets the required standards.
• Multilingual Support: Access compliance translations in the local languages of 10 EU markets.
• Simplified Processes: Save time and reduce errors by automating the compliance review process.

3. Check a concept

For businesses still in the early stages of product development, the “Check a concept” module offers invaluable guidance.

• Fast Concept Validation: Quickly assess the regulatory feasibility of a product concept.
• Market Eligibility Insights: Identify potential markets where your concept may or may not be allowed.
• Early-Stage Guidance: Address potential regulatory hurdles before committing to a full formulation.
• Streamlined Decision-Making: Make informed choices about product development with precise regulatory insights.

4. Change management

Regulatory landscapes are ever-changing and keeping up can be overwhelming. The “Change management” module ensures you stay ahead of updates and alerts.

• Personalised Monthly Updates: Receive tailored reports for every product in your portfolio, highlighting relevant regulatory changes.
• Comprehensive Alert Monitoring: Stay informed about Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) alerts.
• Portfolio Impact Checks: Easily identify which products in your portfolio are affected by regulatory changes.
• Proactive Compliance Management: Maintain compliance by staying informed and prepared.
• Simplified Oversight: Streamline the process of tracking regulatory changes and their impact on your business.

5 Great Reasons to Choose The Reg Tech Tool™

Now you know what it does, how can The Reg Tech Tool™ benefit your business?

1. Speed and Efficiency: By automating complex compliance tasks, The Reg Tech Tool™ transforms a process that once took weeks into a matter of minutes, saving you valuable time.
2. Cost-Effectiveness: Save money by reducing the need for manual reviews and external consultancy services.
3. Accuracy and Reliability: Developed by experts, the tool uses a robust database to ensure every compliance check is thorough and precise, meaning your processes are smooth and efficient.
4. Multilingual Support: Generate mandatory label and listing copy in local languages, ensuring your product is market-ready across Europe.
5. User-Friendly Design: Whether you’re a regulatory expert or a business owner new to compliance, the tool’s intuitive interface makes it easy to use.

Who Can Benefit from The Reg Tech Tool™?

The Reg Tech Tool™ is designed for a wide range of users in the food and food supplement industry, including:

• Manufacturers: Quickly ensure your products meet regulatory requirements before production.
• Brand Owners: Validate product concepts and formulations to avoid costly reworks.
• Regulatory Experts: Save time on ingredient and formulation analysis with a single, comprehensive tool.
• Distributors: Ensure all imported products meet local compliance standards.

The Future of Regulatory Compliance

In a world where regulations are becoming increasingly stringent and global markets more interconnected, tools like The Reg Tech Tool™ are essential. By simplifying compliance, businesses can focus more on innovation and growth while ensuring their products meet the highest standards of safety and legality.

The Reg Tech Tool™ isn’t just a compliance solution – it’s a competitive advantage. By making use of this revolutionary platform, businesses can reduce time-to-market, minimise risks and confidently expand into new markets.

Get Started with The Reg Tech Tool™ Today

Ready to take the hassle out of regulatory compliance? The Reg Tech Tool™ by Rubicon Bridge is your partner in achieving fast, accurate and cost-effective compliance for the food and food supplement sectors. Contact us today by calling +44 (0)1482 690156 or emailing us at info@rubicon-bridge.com. You can also schedule a demo online and see how our tool can revolutionize your business processes.