<P>The value of an effective, well-defined, sustainable food safety management system is priceless. Based on the established food safety standards, this text provides tools that can be applied to the development, implementation, and maintenance of a management-based system in the food industry. It provides guidance for choosing the best system for an organization and how to identify the gaps and integrate resources. Applications are provided in a manner that can be applied to the standard of choice. The author includes case studies from professionals and subject matter experts. </P>