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FFQMS
FFQMS is an end-to-end digital solution that ensures quality assurance (QA), quality control (QC), and traceability starting from the procurement of raw material followed by manufacturing of fortified commodities and its storage as well as further distribution across geographies.

Owner
PATH
Type
backend, web
Licence
MIT
Last evaluated
28.07.2025
Origin country
India
contact
kshrivastav@path.orgRelease date
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DPG since
28.07.2025
The following repositories were submitted by the solution and included in our evaluation. Any repositories, add-ons, features not included in here were not reviewed by us.
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FSSAI: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, a government department under the Government of India, and the Government of Andhra Pradesh, is using the Food Fortification Quality Management Sys…
* This information is self-reported and updated annually

The Food Fortification Quality Management System (FFQMS) plays a pivotal role in addressing malnutrition by ensuring the quality and traceability of fortified foods, directly supporting Sustainable Development Goal 2 (Zero Hunger). Through its comprehensive quality assurance (QA), quality control (QC), and traceability features, the FFQMS ensures that fortified foods meet essential micronutrient standards like Iron, Folic Acid (B9), and Vitamin B12, etc. Aligning with SDG Target 2.2, which aims to eliminate malnutrition by 2030, the FFQMS strengthens fortification processes to fill crucial micro nutritional gaps. Its traceability mechanisms track the journey of raw materials and fortified products from procurement to distribution, ensuring transparency, safety, and accountability across the supply chain. Additionally, the customization feature of FFQMS's validation protocols ensure that fortified foods consistently deliver the required micronutrients, directly contributing to improving public health outcomes. By supporting large-scale food fortification programs, the FFQMS enhances efforts to combat malnutrition and ensures that vulnerable populations receive nutritionally adequate food. In this way, the system plays a critical role in advancing global efforts to end hunger and achieve sustainable food security for all.
The project currently uses immudb, a tamper-evident database that is source-available under the Business Source License (BSL). We are currently using version 1.5 of immudb, which is licensed under Apache 2.0 and was the stable open-source release available at this time. This version incorporates fixes for all known security vulnerabilities, and as of now, there have been no issues or reported problems with the integration, and the application continues to function as expected. We remain committed to transitioning to an alternative if any security risks arise or if future enhancements necessitate the change. While our current implementation uses immudb for tamper-evident logging, a possible alternative could be implemented using PostgreSQL with cryptographic hashing (e.g., SHA-256). In this approach, each audit entry includes a hash of the row’s own contents (such as action, actor, timestamp, and data). These hashes are generated within the system, and the keys used for hashing are not exposed externally, ensuring that any unauthorized modification to the data would result in a hash mismatch during verification. While updates to the audit log are technically possible, they can only be performed through the controlled system logic, preserving the integrity of the log. This method may suit projects looking for a simple, transparent, and fully open-source alternative to immudb. For the ease of the users to use PostreSQL as an alternative to immudb, a pull request that consists of a markdown file with description and code snippets is available at - https://github.com/Food-Fortification/Food-Fortification-Quality-Management-System/pull/8
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Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Principles for Digital Development, Containerization, Modular, Reusable, Isolated Components, Agile, Change Management using Version Control, Security Best Practices, SOLID Principles
PII data is collected and stored but NOT distributed.
Administrators accessing the Admin Login of the Food Fortification Quality Management System are responsible for entering and managing minimal personal information, including (1) the name and (2) the email of food fortification manufacturers on behalf of their respective organizations. This data is stored solely for identification purposes, and manufacturers can access and view their own information upon logging in. Food Fortification Quality Management System ensures data privacy and security by embedding privacy-by-design principles, adhering to Indian data protection standards such as the Indian IT Act, and following OWASP (Open Web Application Security Project) security practices. The system implements encryption, secure access controls, and proactive risk management throughout development and operations. Regular audits, including penetration testing and vulnerability scanning, ensure continuous improvement of security measures. Compliance is monitored through ongoing evaluations and security updates, ensuring robust protection of personal data.
Content is collected and stored but NOT distributed.
Food Fortification Quality Management System enforces strict content guidelines, including automated profanity checks for user comments to detect inappropriate or illegal content. Inappropriate content is flagged using automated filters and reviewed by admins. The average response time for assessment and action as per the protocol, during which flagged content is either removed or modified, and actions are taken against offending users when necessary. This approach ensures effective detection and moderation, maintaining a safe and respectful environment.
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https://github.com/Food-Fortification/Food-Fortification-Quality-Management-System/blob/main/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md
2026-06-05 04:09:53
PATH INDIA (Applicant) submitted application for Food Fortification Quality Management System (14291)
2026-05-29 01:30:05
System created a refresher application for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2026-05-29 01:30:04
System created an autofill refresher application for Food Fortification Quality Management System (14291)
2025-07-28 04:07:47
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) submitted their review of Food Fortification Quality Management System (152) and found it to be a DPG
2025-07-28 04:07:46
System unmarked Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082) as a nominee
2025-07-28 04:07:40
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) passed 4. Platform Independence for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-07-28 04:05:02
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) pulled Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082) under review
2025-05-27 11:00:53
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) submitted their review of Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-05-27 11:00:46
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) passed 9C. Protection from Harassment for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-05-27 11:00:43
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) edited 9C. Protection from Harassment for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-05-27 11:00:04
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) passed 4. Platform Independence for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-05-27 11:00:00
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) edited a note on 4. Platform Independence for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-05-27 10:59:34
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) edited 4. Platform Independence for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-05-27 10:48:29
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) pulled Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082) under review
2025-05-13 07:31:05
Application clarifications submitted, Application move to L1 for review again
2025-05-13 07:31:05
New tag (Clarifications) added to application
2025-04-16 15:35:23
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) requested clarifications for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-16 15:35:23
System marked Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082) as a nominee
2025-04-16 15:35:11
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) passed 5. Documentation for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-16 15:34:13
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) require clarification on 4. Platform Independence for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-16 15:33:02
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) moved Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082) to under review
2025-04-16 15:33:00
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) finished consultation on 4. Platform Independence for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-16 10:51:40
Ivan Perdomo (Expert) submitted their inputs on 4. Platform Independence for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082) as “input”
2025-04-14 03:01:05
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) requested consultation on 4. Platform Independence for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-14 03:00:40
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) moved Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082) to under consultation
2025-04-14 03:00:35
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) edited 5. Documentation for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-14 02:59:49
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) passed Scale of Solution for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-14 02:59:47
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) passed 9C. Protection from Harassment for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-14 02:59:45
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) edited 9C. Protection from Harassment for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-14 02:58:27
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) passed 9B. Inappropriate & Illegal Content for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-14 02:58:24
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) passed 9A. Data Privacy & Security for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-14 02:58:22
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) passed 8. Standards & Best Practices for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-14 02:58:19
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) passed 7. Privacy & Applicable Laws for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-14 02:58:15
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) passed 6. Mechanism for Extracting Data for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-14 02:57:58
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) passed 3. Clear Ownership for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-14 02:57:55
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) passed 2. Open Licensing for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-14 02:57:38
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) passed 1. SDG Relevance for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-14 02:57:34
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) passed General Information for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-04-14 02:56:45
Ricardo Torres (L2 Reviewer) pulled Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082) under review
2025-02-20 16:23:15
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) submitted their review of Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 16:23:03
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) passed Scale of Solution for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 16:22:58
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) failed 9C. Protection from Harassment for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 16:22:28
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) passed 9B. Inappropriate & Illegal Content for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 16:21:50
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) passed 9A. Data Privacy & Security for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 16:21:24
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) passed 8. Standards & Best Practices for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 16:21:01
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) passed 7. Privacy & Applicable Laws for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 16:20:26
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) passed 6. Mechanism for Extracting Data for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 16:20:23
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) edited 6. Mechanism for Extracting Data for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 16:19:59
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) passed 5. Documentation for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 16:19:57
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) edited 5. Documentation for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 16:19:18
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) edited a note on 4. Platform Independence for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 16:19:07
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) passed 4. Platform Independence for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 16:08:29
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) edited a note on 4. Platform Independence for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 15:59:28
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) passed 3. Clear Ownership for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 15:59:10
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) passed 2. Open Licensing for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 15:58:59
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) edited 2. Open Licensing for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 15:58:52
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) edited a note on 2. Open Licensing for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 15:58:00
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) passed 1. SDG Relevance for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 15:24:57
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) passed General Information for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 15:24:35
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) edited a note on General Information for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 15:24:12
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) edited General Information for Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
2025-02-20 15:14:47
Bolaji Ayodeji (L1 Reviewer) pulled FFQMS - Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082) under review
2024-11-20 11:31:10
PATH INDIA (Applicant) submitted application for FFQMS - Food Fortification Quality Management System (12082)
