In this episode of Compliance in Motion, host Tony DeAscentis, CEO and co-founder of Ving, sits down with Dennis Adams, Quality Assurance Manager at Carlton Farms in Carlton, Oregon. From daily USDA inspections to humane animal handling and knife safety on the fabrication floor, Dennis walks us through how his team keeps products safe, workers protected, and customers confident—from farm to fork.

Drawing on nearly 24 years as a U.S. Army food inspector, plus over a decade in civilian food production, Dennis shares how Carlton Farms goes beyond minimum standards with GFSI certification, HACCP rigor, and a culture of accountability. You’ll also hear how a “pen and paper” data system is reaching its limits—and why digital tools and automation are the next frontier for small and mid-sized processors.

About Ving

Ving is a smart compliance and training platform that helps businesses simplify workforce safety and regulatory training. With automated tracking, instant reporting, and engaging microburst video content, Ving makes it easy for companies to deliver the right training to the right people—at the right time. Whether it’s OSHA, DOT, or company-specific compliance, Ving gives leaders clear visibility into who’s compliant and who needs attention, reducing risk while saving time and money.

Learn more at www.vingapp.com/podcast.