Redditch, UK: Oakland International has obtained British Retail Consortium Global Standards AA Grade accreditation for all three of its sites.
Oakland International Redditch has held certification since the introduction of the storage and distribution standard in 2006. Oakland International Ireland has held certification since 2013 and Oakland International Corby since 2018. The British Retail Consortium Global Standards was previously known as British Retail Consortium.
Oakland International Head of Supply Chain Compliance and Accreditation, Louise Smith, stated: “This is a fantastic result and no small achievement, and down to the dedication and hard work of every team member and so important in maintaining our quality standards, not just on audit day but all year round. Working within the supply chain, food safety is of paramount importance with BRCGS [British Retail Consortium Global Standards] accreditation providing Oakland International with a recognised industry endorsement for food quality, safety and responsibility.”