Track and Trace
The FDA’s new traceability rule, part of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), introduces rigorous requirements for tracking food products across the supply chain. This rule mandates detailed recordkeeping of critical tracking events (CTEs) and key data elements (KDEs), ensuring that businesses can quickly respond to potential food safety
Revenue Protection
Sri Lanka is grappling with an escalating issue of fake revenue stamps being used to evade taxes on alcohol, signaling the rise of an illegal industry that threatens the nation's financial integrity. The recent discovery of counterfeit tax stamps in multiple regions has sparked concern, with investigations revealing
Track and Trace
The Chandigarh Administration has issued a fresh tender for implementing a track and trace system for liquor in the region. This move follows the cancellation of a previous tender due to a lack of qualified bids. The new system is intended to enhance monitoring and control over the liquor supply
Track and Trace
Goodwill is spearheading a $2 million study aimed at enhancing traceability in secondhand textiles, a move that could set new industry standards in recycling and product lifecycle management. This initiative follows a two-year pilot program that successfully developed infrastructure for aggregating, sorting, and preparing textiles for reuse and recycling. Funded
Digital & Security
Supply chain attacks, where cybercriminals infiltrate systems to manipulate or steal data, pose significant risks to product authentication and traceability. As supply chains increasingly rely on digital infrastructure, they become vulnerable to these sophisticated attacks, which can disrupt operations and compromise the integrity of product information. Understanding Supply Chain Attacks
Authentication & Brand
A groundbreaking printer has been developed, capable of producing highly realistic, full-color 3D holograms with unprecedented detail. This technology could revolutionize product authentication and anti-counterfeiting by creating holograms that are incredibly difficult to replicate. The new printer, named CHIMERA, uses low-cost commercial lasers and a specially designed photographic material to
Authentication & Brand
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced an ambitious plan to replace all existing currency notes by the end of this year. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance the security of Pakistan’s currency and prevent counterfeiting. The new notes will feature state-of-the-art anti-counterfeiting technology,
Track and Trace
Overview: A leading distribution center (DC) sought to improve its operations by investing in barcoding technology. This move significantly reduced errors and improved delivery timings, leading to higher customer satisfaction, increased retention, and greater overall efficiency. Challenges: The distribution center faced several operational challenges due to its reliance on manual
Track and Trace
India's Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has released an upgraded draft of Good Distribution Practices (GDP) for pharmaceutical products, aiming to combat the circulation of substandard and falsified medicines. Published on August 9, this document marks a significant step forward by elevating its status to a formal
Authentication & Brand
Italian authorities have arrested a prolific euro counterfeiter in Naples, seizing nearly €3 million in fake banknotes and dismantling a sophisticated printing operation. The arrest, part of a joint operation with the French National Police and supported by Europol, follows a two-year investigation involving law enforcement agencies from 10 countries.
Digital & Security
Blockchain technology is poised to revolutionize supply chain management by providing unprecedented levels of traceability and security, which are essential for combating counterfeiting and ensuring product authenticity. Traditionally associated with cryptocurrency, blockchain's decentralized and tamper-proof ledger allows for real-time tracking of goods across the entire supply chain, creating
Authentication & Brand
The development of tensor holography marks a significant leap in the fight against counterfeiting by enabling real-time, high-quality 3D holograms. This new technique, pioneered by researchers at MIT, leverages deep learning to generate holograms rapidly, making it possible to authenticate products with unparalleled accuracy. Unlike traditional holography, which requires extensive