Reliable security can help pet food processors protect their equipment, formulations and other sensitive data.

Jim Vortherms will serve as senior director of automation delivery and Jerry Steenhoek will serve as senior director of automation technology.

The company has promoted Tom Rychlewski and Ben Rucker.

Valerie Silva will create a more robust supplier program for the company to mitigate supply chain challenges.

Suppliers are ramping up their advanced technology services to help processors maintain their operations.

The industry survey reveals the challenges facing pet food manufacturers as they work to meet consumer demands for high-quality products.

Kris Desmet has joined the company as its director of client services for its new SlateXpace manufacturing system.

The company has appointed Courtney Holt to the role, who will lead legal affairs and succeed Jim Scott.

Paul Skinner will succeed Tim Henquinet as CRB’s new chief financial officer.