09. Enabling Track and Trace Systems

    09. Abilitare sistemi di tracciabilità

    Packaging allows continuous tracking and complete traceability of the product throughout its life cycle
    Il packaging consente la completa tracciabilità del prodotto durante tutto il suo ciclo di vita
    Impatto
    Brand and User CompanySupply ChainEnd-User
    Bibliografia
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    Smart solution
    Humidity SensorMovement SensorThermochromic InkTemperature SensorTime Temperature Indicator (TTI)GPS trackerCloud ComputingIoT (Internet of Things )Blockchain5G and ConnectivityAI and Machine LearningNFC TagsDigital WatermarkRFID TagWebAR code
    Casi studio
    Traceable WatchLimeLoopRent the RunwayRePackRedea
    Descrizione
    Smart packaging can function as a dynamic identification system, allowing the product to be tracked in real time and its complete history to be reconstructed at all stages of the life cycle, from production and distribution to use and disposal. Tracking refers to the real-time monitoring of a product 's location and condition as it moves through the supply chain. Traceability is about the ability to retrieve historical data, including origin, transformation processes, batch information, management operations, and environmental conditions. An effective traceability system allows for quick responses to critical issues, such as recalls, fraud, or security incidents, while improving transparency and fostering trust between supply chain stakeholders and consumers.
    Descrizione
    Lo Smart Packaging può funzionare come un sistema dinamico di identificazione, permettendo di tracciare il prodotto in tempo reale e di ricostruire la sua storia completa in tutte le fasi del ciclo di vita, dalla produzione e distribuzione all 'uso e allo smaltimento. Il tracciamento si riferisce al monitoraggio in tempo reale della posizione e delle condizioni di un prodotto mentre si muove nella catena di approvvigionamento. La tracciabilità riguarda la capacità di recuperare dati storici, inclusi origine, processi di trasformazione, informazioni sui lotti, operazioni di gestione e condizioni ambientali. Un sistema di tracciabilità efficace consente risposte rapide a questioni critiche, come richiami, frodi o incidenti di sicurezza, migliorando al contempo la trasparenza e favorendo la fiducia tra gli stakeholder della catena di approvvigionamento e i consumatori.
    Obiettivi
    • Collect and communicate product-specific identifiers and historical data 
    • Enable continuous monitoring of product position and status 
    • Ensure data integrity through secure and standardized technologies 
    • Provide transparent access to relevant information to both internal stakeholders and end users 
    Obiettivi
    • Raccogliere e comunicare identificatori specifici del prodotto e dati storici 
    • Consentire il monitoraggio continuo della posizione e dello stato del prodotto 
    • Garantire l 'integrità dei dati attraverso tecnologie sicure e standardizzate 
    • Fornire un accesso trasparente alle informazioni rilevanti sia agli stakeholder interni che agli utenti finali 
    Operational
    1. Design a unique, secure and readable identification system 
    Define a coding system that guarantees the unique identification of each product, batch and origin. Ensure readability throughout the supply chain by both machines and human operators. Protect code from forgery, manipulation, and duplication. Adopt standardized formats compatible with the main logistics and commercial systems. 

    2. Map the product lifecycle and traceability pointsAnalyze critical stages of the product lifecycle, such as manufacturing, logistics, retail, usage, and end-of-life, to determine what data needs to be collected at each stage, when updates are needed, and where risks or control needs exist. 

    3. Integrate technologies for dynamic monitoring 
    Equip packaging with technologies capable of recording real-time location and environment data, transmitting updates to cloud platforms or company systems and triggering alarms in the event ofdeviations or anomalies. 

    4. Design data access for internal and external stakeholders 
    Define different levels of data access based on user roles: internal operators (logistics, quality control), external partners (retailers, carriers, regulatory authorities) and end users. For the latter, provide intuitive and transparent interfaces. 
    Operational

    Checklist

    1. Identification system 
    – Has a unique, secure and readable identification system been defined? 

    2. Lifecycle coverage  
    – Does the data collected cover all critical stages of the product lifecycle? 

    3. Dynamic monitoring 
    – Does packaging integrate technologies to record or transmit dynamic data? 

    4. Data accessibility  
    – Is the data accessible and updatable by different actors along the supply chain? 

    5. System Compatibility 
    – Have standardized formats been adopted that are compatible with existing supply chain systems? 

    6. Data protection  
    – Is the data protected from tampering or unauthorized access? 

    7. Scalability and sustainability 
    – Is the traceability system scalable and sustainable over time? 

    Checklist