The FIRSt service model includes:
- Technical support and applied research
- Training, Consulting
- Business development
Networking and marketing services:
FOOD PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
- Concept ideation and design review
- Competitive market analysis
- Ingredient selection and recommendations
- Shelf-life optimization and validation
- Acceleration from concept to scale-up
RECIPE CREATION & DEVELOPMENT
- Consultation with professional chefs
- Fresh and innovative recipe ideation
SENSORY EVALUATION
- Consumer focus groups
- Expert sensory panels
- Customized evaluation using Compusense® at-hand software
CFIA COMPLIANT NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS & LABELLING
- Theoretical nutrient analysis
- Ingredient declaration
- Retail food product label and packaging review
CUSTOMIZED WORKSHOPS & TRAINING
- Interactive Workshop Sessions
- Corporate on-site & in-house training
- Customized cooking demonstrations
- Business and market research services