The Recent Developments in Food Industries and the Integration of Islamic Jurisprudence with Modern Information Systems for Enhanced Food Safety

Abstract

In recent decades, significant advancements in the food industry, driven by technological innovations and global supply chain expansion, have improved food security but also introduced new challenges concerning food safety and consumer protection. This study explores the critical integration of Islamic jurisprudential principles—specifically the maxim "No Harm and No Reciprocating Harm"—with modern Management Information Systems (MIS) to create a more ethical, transparent, and effective framework for monitoring and preventing food violations. Using a comprehensive scientific methodology that combines inductive, analytical, comparative, and applied approaches, the research investigates how Shariah principles can complement digital surveillance and predictive analytics to enhance consumer rights, ensure public health, and promote social justice. The findings reveal that integrating Islamic ethics with contemporary information technologies significantly strengthens liability frameworks, accelerates early detection of food hazards, and fosters greater transparency. Furthermore, the study proposes a practical model that leverages artificial intelligence, big data, and blockchain technology while embedding Shariah-compliant standards to build a smarter, more preventive food monitoring system suitable for contemporary Islamic societies.