Our Smith Sheehy to Keynote at the International Food Automation Networking Conference on March 30-31st, Georgia Tech Conference Center, Atlanta.
We are proud to announce that the Cybersecurity Association of the Food Industry (CSAFI) will be taking center stage at the upcoming International Food Automation Networking Conference (IFANC), held at the Georgia Tech Conference Center.
On Tuesday, March 31st our Smith Sheehy will deliver a keynote on Making Cybersecurity Appetizing for the Food Industry.
As food production systems become increasingly reliant on AI, autonomous robotics, and intelligent sensing, the digital surface area for potential threats continues to grow. Smith’s keynote will bridge the gap between high-tech innovation and the essential need for robust cyber defense, ensuring that the "Future of Food" remains secure.
Why This Event Matters for the Food Industry?
The IFANC program, themed "Designing Robustness and Resilience into the Food Production System," brings together a global cohort of regulators, researchers, and tech pioneers. Attendees will gain a 360-degree view of the modern factory floor, covering much more than just digital security.
Key Takeaways from the Two-Day Agenda:
• Regulatory Insights: Kick off Monday with Dr. Justin Ransom (USDA-FSIS) for a deep dive into how regulators and innovators are shaping the future of food safety. • Sector-Specific Automation: Learn about the latest automation priorities for the beef, pork, and poultry industries with experts from Colorado State University, Perdue Farms, and the Australian Meat Processor Corporation. • The Rise of Robotics: Explore the "shop floor of tomorrow" with sessions on autonomous sanitation from CleanBotix, robotic learning from the Georgia Tech Research Institute, and cutting-edge deboning technology from Mayekawa Australia. • Next-Gen Sensing: Discover how Hypercell Technologies and FloVision are using hyper-kits and AI for real-time product quality and micro-testing.
Supporting Our Industry Partners and Georgia Tech
We want to extend our full support to the organizing committee for curating an agenda that balances high-level strategy with practical, "on-the-floor" applications. By bringing together organizations like Staubli Robotics and the University of Arkansas, the organizers are empowering food companies to not just innovate, but to do so with resilience and efficiency at the forefront.
A Local Call to Action: Atlanta Food Automation Leaders
For the food manufacturing and processing community in the Atlanta area, this is a premier global event happening right in your backyard. Whether you are looking to solve labor challenges through robotics or secure your data via CSAFI’s initiatives, the networking opportunities here are unmatched.
• When: March 30–31, 2026 • Where: Georgia Tech Hotel and Conference Center • Register Today: https://ifan.gtri.gatech.edu/registration/
About CSAFI
The Cybersecurity Association of the Food Industry (CSAFI) is dedicated to protecting the world’s most essential supply chain. Through partnerships, education, and events like IFANC, we aim to provide food companies with the intelligence and tools necessary to thrive in an automated world securely.