Streamlined Alcohol Quality Control with Automated Sensory Analysis

2024/11/26

Groundbreaking Digital Sensory Analysis Wheel (DSAW)

AlcoNCP is redefining alcohol quality control with its innovative Digital Sensory Analysis Wheel (DSAW), a cutting-edge tool designed to bring unparalleled accuracy and efficiency to the organoleptic evaluation process. This first-of-its-kind technology promises to transform how we evaluate product quality, aligning perfectly with our commitment to LEAN principles and operational excellence

A Solution Born from Industry Challenges

Switching to maize-based alcohol presented unique challenges in aroma categorisation, making the traditional sensory analysis more complex. Recognising the need to enhance reliability and eliminate human bias, our team reimagined the sensory wheel with a fully digital approach, marking a major step forward in quality assessment.

The Technology Behind the Transformation

The DSAW introduces several game-changing features:

• The DSAW replaces paper-based scoring for precise and consistent identification of aromas, intensity levels and complexity through interactive evaluation.
• The automated booth setup and sample viewing streamline the Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) processes and reduce manual handling.
• Automatic workflows and documentation enable seamless record-keeping with minimal intervention.
• SharePoint integration and system-based emails automate communication and documentation uploads for instant access across teams.

The DSAW reduces evaluation time significantly, with samples now scanned and scored in under two minutes. Adopting an agile development approach involved key stakeholders throughout the process, enabling users to adapt naturally to the system with minimal formal training needed.