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Don’t Just Collect Data; Connect It

Why disconnected records slow teams down (and how to fix it)

FSQA teams generate a huge amount of data: logs, inspections, corrective actions, training records, lab results. It’s a lot to manage.

But in many facilities, these records live in different places. One report is in a spreadsheet. Another’s in a binder. A third is scanned into a shared folder. And when something goes wrong, it’s hard to connect the dots.

You know an issue occurred. But it takes hours, or days, to piece together what caused it, who was involved, and what needs to change.

Disconnected records = delayed decisions

Even small issues become harder to fix when the trail is scattered. We often hear:

• “We had a complaint, but I can’t find the original inspection form.”
• “There’s a corrective action in place, but I’m not sure which batch it was linked to.”
• “Training was done, but the record isn’t attached to the deviation.”
• “We’ve seen this before… but I can’t find the last incident.”

It’s not about having more data, it’s about being able to use what you already have.

What connected data actually looks like

When your records talk to each other, everything gets easier. You can:

• Trace an issue back to the root cause, fast
• See which forms, trainings, or inspections relate to a non-conformance
• Link records together automatically during daily workflows
• Review everything in one place, no more file digging or duplicate entry
• Spot repeat issues early, because the trends are right in front of you

You’re not just capturing information, you’re building a system that supports better decisions.

How Certdox connects your food safety data

Certdox makes it easy to link records across forms, modules, and workflows. No coding. No complicated setup. Just smarter connections that happen as you work.

With Certdox, you can:

• Use relational forms to connect incidents, inspections, CAPAs, and more
• Link training records, supplier info, and lab results to the products or processes they affect
• Create custom forms that mirror your plant’s real workflows, no workarounds needed
• Pull up a complete history for any issue, batch, or team member in seconds
• Filter and report on related records across departments or locations

It’s not just about documentation. It’s about insight.

Final thought

You’re already collecting the right data. Certdox helps you connect it so you can solve problems faster, prepare for audits with less stress, and see the full picture.

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