There are more than 7,500 varieties of apples worldwide, and thousands of variations in size, color, shape, and taste. Think of the difference between two apples, and you'll start to realize just how much of a difference it can be! But all of these differences have one thing in common – the need for a consistent standard when it comes to quality control.

The quality of apples can change dramatically from the point they are harvested from the trees in the orchard, to the time they reach supermarket shelves. Adding a consistent, foolproof way to measure quality control at key points in the supply chain is a clear win for everyone, and helps prevent and reduce lengthy price renegotiations or waste that could have been avoided.