Issue of the Month

Regulatory insights from EAS Consulting Group consultants.

Each month, EAS Consulting Group publishes an Issue of the Month examining emerging regulatory developments, compliance challenges, and quality system insights across FDA-regulated industries.

These articles are written by EAS consultants and industry specialists with decades of experience supporting companies in food, dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, tobacco, and related sectors.

Topics frequently explored include food safety systems, inspection readiness, regulatory strategy, and emerging industry risks such as why food recalls are increasing.

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Why Food Recalls Are Increasing — And What Companies Must Do Differently

Food recalls are increasing despite stronger regulations and expanded food safety systems. In this Issue of the Month, EAS consultant Amandeep Dhillon examines the systemic causes behind this trend and what companies must do differently to reduce risk.

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Archive of Past Issue of the Month Regulatory Insights

Building Food Safety Culture When No One Is Watching

What does food safety look like when no one is watching? In this Issue of the Month, EAS Independent Consultant Sebnem Karasu explores how real food safety culture is built, sustained, and revealed under pressure, and why systems, not slogans, make the difference.

Artificial Intelligence: Quality Friend or Foe

This Issue of the Month explores how artificial intelligence is being applied in regulated industries, examining potential benefits for quality and compliance programs while highlighting risks and considerations companies should evaluate before integrating AI into regulatory operations.

Current Food Production Methods

This Issue of the Month reviews modern food production methods and evolving manufacturing technologies, highlighting regulatory and food safety considerations manufacturers should evaluate as processing systems, automation, and supply chain practices continue to evolve.

FSVP Tips to Navigate Common Pitfalls

This Issue of the Month provides practical guidance for companies implementing the FDA’s Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP), outlining common compliance pitfalls and steps importers can take to strengthen documentation, supplier oversight, and food safety compliance.

USDA’s Process for Auditing Equivalent Foreign Food Safety Systems

This Issue of the Month explains how the USDA evaluates and audits foreign food safety systems for equivalence, outlining the review process and what exporting countries and food producers should understand when seeking access to U.S. markets.

How to Export Food from the U.S. to Mexico: A Practical Regulatory Guide

This Issue of the Month outlines regulatory requirements for exporting food products from the United States to Mexico, highlighting key compliance steps, documentation, and regulatory authorities companies should understand when entering the Mexican food market.

Compliance Requirements for U.S. Food Products Commercialized in Mexico: NOM-051 and the Mandatory Evaluation Documents

This Issue of the Month reviews Mexico’s NOM-051 labeling regulation and required evaluation documents for U.S. food products sold in Mexico, outlining compliance expectations and regulatory documentation manufacturers must address before commercializing products in the Mexican market.

Comparative Perspective on Thermal Processing: Regulations and Practices in Mexico and the U.S.

This Issue of the Month compares thermal processing regulations and practices in Mexico and the United States, highlighting key regulatory differences and considerations for food manufacturers producing shelf-stable products for domestic and international markets.

Navigating Regulatory Shifts: The Importance of Quality Management in the Tobacco Industry

This Issue of the Month examines the role of quality management systems in the tobacco industry, highlighting how evolving regulatory requirements and FDA oversight are driving manufacturers to strengthen compliance programs and operational controls.

Animal Feed Regulatory Pathways

This Issue of the Month explores regulatory pathways for animal feed ingredients and products, outlining key FDA requirements and compliance considerations for companies developing or marketing feed products in the United States.

Health Claims and Dietary Fiber

By Mark Kantor, EAS...

Salmonella Framework for Raw Poultry Products

by Dionne S. Meehan, EAS...

Pet Supplement Industry on the Rise

Recent survey reports indicate that supplements for pets have reached US sales of nearly $3 billion, with dog and cat supplements comprising of approximately 75% and 20% of the total, respectively. The growing pet supplement market is aimed at pet health and wellness, particularly for issues like mobility, skin and coat health, and anxiety. Survey reports specifically indicate that hip and joint supplements are the most frequently type of supplement purchased.