Track and Trace
Traceability: A Game-Changer for Apparel Industry Ethics and Sustainability
Discover how traceability systems are transforming the apparel industry, fostering sustainability, ethical practices, and consumer trust globally.
Track and Trace
Discover how traceability systems are transforming the apparel industry, fostering sustainability, ethical practices, and consumer trust globally.
Industry & Regulatory
Global compliance firm LRQA is launching a cotton traceability pilot in Pakistan, using the CertainT platform by Applied DNA Sciences. This initiative will apply isotope testing, DNA tagging, and genomic analysis to authenticate cotton at key supply chain points—from farms to manufacturing mills. Financed by the U.S. Department
Authentication & Brand
German startup Retraced has raised €15 million ($16.6 million) in first-round financing, aimed at enhancing its digital traceability platform designed for sustainability management and transparency in the fashion and textile industries. The Dusseldorf-based company, which launched in 2019, offers a cutting-edge blockchain- and cloud-based solution that allows brands to
Revenue Protection
East African cement manufacturers are increasingly using Digital Tax Stamps (DTS) to tackle counterfeit products, enhance tax compliance, and ensure product integrity. The Uganda Revenue Authority introduced DTS in 2019 to digitize tax administration and curb revenue leakages in key sectors like cement. Since then, the system has successfully reduced
Digital & Security
Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor Kamau Thugge recently disclosed that De La Rue, a well-established UK-based security printing firm, has been tasked with printing Kenya's new banknotes. The new currency design aims to combat counterfeiting and enhance national financial security, aligning Kenya with modern global financial practices.
Altria's Njoy unit recently filed a patent aimed at curbing counterfeit products within the vaping industry. Counterfeiting is a growing problem for vape manufacturers, and Altria’s new technology intends to verify the authenticity of e-cigarette refill cartridges using wireless communication systems. This system cross-references serial numbers or
Track and Trace
The UK has been a frontrunner in implementing a Tobacco Track and Trace (TT&T) system to combat the illicit tobacco trade, which poses serious risks to public health, law-abiding businesses, and the economy. Introduced in 2019 as part of the UK’s commitment to the World Health Organization’
Blockchain technology is revolutionizing the fight against counterfeit goods by providing unprecedented traceability of products across the globe. This innovative approach allows consumers and businesses to verify the authenticity of individual products, from their origin to their final destination, using just a smartphone. One example of this innovation is the
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) remains steadfast in its decision to implement the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) on November 27, 2024, despite significant concerns from the pharmaceutical industry about their preparedness for the stringent track-and-trace requirements. At a recent meeting organized by the Healthcare Distribution
In a significant move towards advancing sustainability in agriculture, Haelixa has partnered with regenagri to enhance traceability and verification in regenerative farming. Leveraging Haelixa's state-of-the-art DNA marking and testing technology, the collaboration aims to ensure the highest levels of authenticity and transparency throughout the entire supply chain, from
In an increasingly interconnected world, the collaboration between the European Union (EU) and New Zealand to combat serious crime and terrorism represents a significant leap forward in global security efforts. Announced by Europol, this partnership not only addresses immediate concerns related to crime and terrorism but also has profound implications
Traceable labeling plays a crucial role in ensuring sustainability within the fashion supply chain and warehousing processes. As the demand for transparency, accuracy, and environmental responsibility increases, traceable labeling becomes essential. Advanced inspection systems help verify that labels are applied correctly and include accurate information such as barcodes, product details,
Counterfeit and falsified medicines are a pervasive issue, especially in low- and middle-income countries, causing around 169,000 child deaths annually. To address this critical problem, UNICEF, in collaboration with global partners, launched the Traceability and Verification System (TRVST) in 2022. This system is a groundbreaking initiative designed to ensure
In today’s global market, ensuring traceability in supply chains is more crucial than ever, especially for maintaining ethical standards. Traceability allows businesses to track products from their origin to the final consumer, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the supply chain. This is particularly important in industries like seafood and
A recent poll by Oceana reveals that a significant majority of American voters support the expansion of transparency and traceability measures in the seafood industry. The survey found that 89% of respondents are in favor of requiring that all seafood sold in the U.S. be fully traceable from its
As the U.S. cattle industry faces increasing threats from disease outbreaks like foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), the need for modern traceability tools has never been more critical. The USDA’s animal disease traceability regulation, which mandates the use of electronic identification (EID) tags for cattle, is a crucial step in
In today’s global market, ensuring supplier traceability is a critical challenge that companies across industries, including pharmaceuticals and electronics, must address. As supply chains become increasingly complex, the ability to track products and materials from their origin to their final destination is vital for ensuring quality, compliance, and ethical
A new platform has been launched to revolutionize the traceability of diamonds, ensuring transparency from the mine to the consumer. This platform, known as Authentia.io, tracks the entire journey of a diamond, from its rough state to its final destination. Utilizing patented blockchain-like technology, the platform offers certificates of
The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) has launched a Community of Practice aimed at improving traceability and transparency within the global garment and footwear industries. This initiative builds on a three-year challenge set by the European Union and UN Member States to prove the feasibility of sustainable practices