Panel Accreditation.
Gain confidence and competitive advantage.
Boost trust in your organization with accreditation from Sensory Spectrum, creator of the SDA™ Method
Sensory professionals are increasingly asked to demonstrate not just expertise, but consistency, rigor, and adherence to best practices. Panel Accreditation from Sensory Spectrum provides an objective, third‑party evaluation of your sensory program, grounded in the SDA™ Method and aligned with widely accepted sensory science standards.
Built on the SDA™ Method. Designed for Today’s Panels.
The Sensory Spectrum Panel Accreditation Program is rooted in the tenets of Spectrum Descriptive Analysis while recognizing the practical realities of modern sensory programs.
Our approach is:
Rigorous and flexible
Ensures essential SDA elements are met while allowing panels to demonstrate proficiency in multiple ways.
Objective and transparent
Clearly defined assessment criteria and rubrics are shared in advance.
Forward‑looking
Supporting continuous improvement, not just point‑in‑time compliance.
Accredited panels are trusted partners of Sensory Spectrum for execution of SDA, meet or exceeding requirements for:
Facilities
Panel Leader
Safety
Technology
Data Quality
Attributes & References
Ballots & Protocols
Panel Performance
Interpretation & Reporting
Sample Preparation
Panelists
Related Services for Holistic Solutions
For even more powerful insights, we offer a variety of services that can be combined and customized to fit individual client needs.
Consumer Research & Linking
Connect sensory differences to consumer perception.
Managed Sensory Partnerships
Ongoing panel oversight and sensory department support.
Training & Education
Develop internal sensory expertise within your own organization.
