APPLICATIONS
CHAIN OF CUSTODY
APPLICATIONS
CHAIN OF
CUSTODY
DIGITAL TRACEABILITY FOR MANUFACTURERS AND CONSUMERS
HOW TO PREVENT TAMPERING IN THE CHAIN OF CUSTODY
The Chain of Custody assumes an increasingly crucial role across various industries, and it is set to become even more significance in the future. Implementing digital tracking systems, specifically, provides substantial benefits for both manufacturers and customers.
WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF SECURE SUPPLY CHAIN PRACTICES?
Secure practices help prevent the infiltration of counterfeit products and unauthorized alterations, thereby safeguarding the authenticity of goods. They also ensure compliance with regulations and reduce the risk of financial losses due to fraud.
Moreover, a secure supply chain enhances transparency and traceability, allowing companies to monitor the movement of products from production to end-user delivery. This not only builds consumer trust but also enables quick responses to any issues that may arise, such as recalls or product tampering incidents. Secure supply chain practices are essential for protecting both the company and its customers.
ADVANTAGES FOR MANUFACTURERS
QUALITY ASSURANCE
The digital Chain of Custody allows manufacturers to meticulously monitor the entire lifecycle of their products. This contributes to quality assurance as every step from production to delivery is traceable.
ENHANCED EFFICIENCY
Automated digital tracking minimizes inefficient manual processes, leading to increased efficiency throughout the supply chain. This positively impacts productivity and costs.
REPUTATION PROTECTION
Manufacturers can safeguard their reputation by providing transparency regarding the origin and journey of their products. Consumers increasingly value products with a verifiable and ethically sound supply chain.
RISK
MITIGATION
The digital Chain of Custody empowers manufacturers to detect and minimize potential risks proactively. Real-time data allows for the swift identification and resolution of issues within the supply chain before they escalate.
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN ACT BRINGS NEW REQUIREMENTS
SUPPLY CHAIN ACT
A new challenge arises with the implementation of the Supply Chain Act, wherein the ethically and ecologically correct value chain of products must be documented authentically. Consumers drive this demand; they no longer solely trust the brand and the manufacturer but seek transparency to make informed purchasing decisions.
Unlike ISO 9001, this new mandate requires online availability within seconds and a robust security architecture to ensure the integrity of information. Consequently, the requirements for security architecture and labeling security will be elevated.
ADVANTAGES FOR CONSUMERS
TRANSPARENCY AND TRUST
Consumers benefit from a transparent and traceable supply chain. They can verify the origin of products, instilling trust in the quality and integrity of their purchases.
SAFETY AND TRACEABILITY
The digital Chain of Custody enables precise traceability of products. In the event of recalls or quality issues, consumers can be promptly informed, enhancing safety and satisfaction.
ECOLOGICAL AWARENESS
Customers aiming for eco-friendly purchases can use digital tracking to ensure products are sustainably produced and transported, promoting more conscientious consumption.
PRODUCT AUTHENTICITY
The digital Chain of Custody protects consumers from counterfeit products. Real-time information allows them to verify the authenticity of their purchases, avoiding counterfeit goods.
SYSTEM FOR CHECKING THE AUTHENTICITY OF PRODUCTS
AUTHENTICITY VERIFICATION SYSTEMS
Manufacturers that establish an authenticity verification system for consumers, such as Codikett, can also benefit from statistically recording the landing points of their products via geotracking, along with the time from manufacture to purchase. Additionally, they gain a foundation for enhancing their distribution security.
OUR KNOWHOW IS IN GENERATING & SECURE HANDLING OF UIDS IN MASS APPLICATIONS AND IN THE PRINTING PROCESS
DIGITAL PRODUCT PASSPORT (DPP)
Beginning with batteries, many other products will also require a mandatory product passport in the coming years. The digital product passport (DPP) specifies which substances are present in the product to enable repair or recycling in the most efficient manner.
Key success factors for the DPP include:
- Ensuring everyone can verify the integrity and authenticity of products and their DPPs
- A secure system providing truly unique, unpredictable, and highly scalable UIDs
- Seamless integration with IT ecosystems, facilitating interoperability with other supply chain participants
HOW IT WORKS
HOW TO PROVIDE SECURE AUTHENTICATION AND TRACEABILITY
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EACH PRODUCT GETS ITS OWN PASSPORT, THE UID
The basis of any product digitalization is connecting a unique identifier to each product. Our UIDs are secure and unpredictable.
2
CONNECTING UID AND PRODUCT
The UID can be printed on SecurityLabels, printed on the packaging or printed on the product itself. UIDs can also be introduced in form of an RFID or NFC tag.
3
THE DIGITAL TWIN
Our system collects product master data and event data. This results in a data set for each product, a kind of digital twin. This can be done unit by unit or batchwise.
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TRACKING THE DISTRIBUTION CHAIN
Real touchpoints in the distribution chain all the way to consumers are captured and valuable supply chain insights are created.
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AUTOMATED ANALYSIS
The more scans, the better the data. A scan rate of 2% is sufficient to generate meaningful data. Business rules can be programmed into the system to provide red flags and notifications of exceptions.