Dear all,
I have noticed
that for a number of FCDB compilers, there is an increasing need to include
more brand names into the national databases and the same applies to Estonia.
However, the regular process of inserting new product data - trying to match
the nutrient values in the database to those on the product label, using recipe
calculation – is often very difficult and time-consuming. (At this point, I
would like to thank Susanne W. and Anders M. who addressed the problem in this
list at the beginning of May by discussing the use of specialized software.)
However, in
order to simplify and accelerate the data exchange with the food industry I
understand that several compiler organizations also already have an online
platform where the product data can be inserted by the industry representatives
themselves. The data is then forwarded to the database compilers for further
evaluation and customization, if needed.
As we have
started creating a similar platform, I would be very grateful for any tips,
guidelines or experiences regarding cooperation with the industry and/or the
aforementioned platform.
For example:
·
Nutrient values only vs
recipe calculation based on the ingredients (incl. any rules on
confidentiality) – how much is the industry willing to share?
·
Other technical details or
necessary functionalities regarding the platform – what should one keep in
mind?
·
Incentives for using the
platform, motivation in general – what does the industry gain from the
cooperation (incl. best practises so far)?
I understand
that this is quite a wide topic. However, I am looking forward to hearing about
your experiences in this field, if you are willing to share them.
Kind regards,
Ann Jõeleht
Data compiler
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Department of Surveillance and
Evaluation
National Institute for Health Development
Tel. +372 659 3967
Hiiu 42, 11619 Tallinn
Estonia
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