At Northern Diversified Solutions (NDS), risk management isn’t an afterthought—it’s at the core of everything we do.
That’s why we developed Q-SET™, our proprietary process rooted in four critical pillars: Quality, Safety, Efficacy, and Traceability. By weaving Q-SET™ into every step of our vertically integrated supply chain, from seed to solution, we’re able to consistently deliver high-performing, compliant and reliable ingredients you can count on.
Here’s how Q-SET™ sets us apart:
Q: Quality That Starts at the Source
The standard for quality is set long before an ingredient enters your facility. It starts in the field. At NDS, we partner with trusted growers who cultivate premium genetics under strict standards. Our internal team vets and verifies incoming biomass before it becomes part of your product.
We implement rigorous Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at every stage of production—from post-harvest handling to processing to our quality control checklist. Through ongoing R&D, robust internal audits and consistent third-party testing, we ensure each batch meets (or exceeds) industry standards. No shortcuts. No inconsistencies. Just compliant, reliable ingredients that back your brand’s identity.
S: Safety You Can Rely On
In a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape, safety must be proactive versus reactive. NDS prioritizes consumer and employee safety by integrating safety into the core of our operations.
From strategic sourcing to establishing and enforcing clear SOPs, our operations are designed to mitigate risk before it becomes a problem. We don’t wait for issues to arise. Our food safety systems are built to prevent them.
E: Efficacy That Consistently Performs Every Time
Your brand deserves ingredients that do more than just meet the minimum. Our formulations are built for consistency, performance and scalability so your products work as promised, batch after batch.
We achieve this by meticulously monitoring our processes and dialing in repeatable, optimized methods. Our team works hard to ensure you get high-performing, shelf-stable, compliant ingredients that integrate easily into your workflow—reducing complications and improving time to market. The ordering process is simple and efficient because we know your time is valuable.
T: Traceability That Builds Trust
In an industry where transparency often takes a backseat, NDS leads by example. Every ingredient we provide is fully traceable, from soil to shelf. We document every step, maintain detailed batch records, and ensure full visibility into sourcing and processing.
Yes, you can even meet our growers.
We believe in radical transparency because it builds trust, fosters accountability and empowers you to stand behind your products with confidence. When your customers ask where your ingredients come from, you’ll have the answer, and the paperwork to back it up.
Q-SET™ Is Not Just a Framework. It’s Our Proven Process.
By embedding Q-SET™ into our vertically integrated model, we reduce risk, enhance consistency and elevate product performance for every partner we work with. It’s how we keep our operations tight, ingredients exceptional and clients empowered.
Whether you’re launching a new line or scaling your top seller, Q-SET™ ensures your success is built on a process proven to work.
Let’s raise the bar together.
Article written by Madison Gulli-Callaghan