Strategic Consulting & Research
Starting a business or embarking on a new food project is no easy task. Let CRAFT and the Food Innovation Lab contribute to your success with strategic consulting and research services. We work with businesses, non-profits, and community partners to create change within the entire food system.
Feasibility phase guidance
Feasibility studies
Concept vetting
Business planning
Business plan research and writing
Comparative analyses
Comparisons of specific industries, products, services, or businesses
Product & Process Development
Developing a food product is both exciting and challenging. With slim margins and difficult decisions at every turn, it’s essential that you make good choices from the beginning. At the Food Innovation Lab, we have the knowledge to help your food product succeed.
Product Ideation
Strategy development
Process development
Sales channel and marketing plan development
Recipe Development
Product research
Recipe testing
Ingredient research/local purchasing assistance
Regulatory Compliance & Education
Understanding the regulatory landscape is an ongoing challenge that takes time, attention to detail, and consistency. Ensure your business has what it needs to be in compliance. Let the Food Innovation Lab at CRAFT help you understand your regulatory environment and be ready for the next challenge with our continuing education classes.
ServSafe Certification
HACCP Plan Writing
Food Licensing and Regulatory Assistance
Health Department Certification assistance
Commercial kitchen preparation
Compliance recommendations
Food labeling and food packaging compliance