GS1 standards is the global common language for traceability solutions. Leveraging GS1’s global traceability framework, more than 100 countries ensure their systems are interoperable and scalable. The standards build the foundation of a robust traceability system, enabling stakeholders throughout the supply chain to collaborate and share information easily.
Traceability is the ability to trace the history, application or location of an object/product/consignment/document, etc., enabling verification and analysis at each step of the product's journey, and providing information on:
The traceability standards can be applied across the end-to-end supply chain and are relevant to all events that are included in the lifecycle of a traceable object. This includes:
GS1 India’s DataKart Trace is a traceability solution based on Global Traceability Standards (GTS). It enables the track and trace of goods throughout the supply chain among all trading partners. It fully integrates with retailers’ local systems such as ERP/SAP, providing complete visibility of objects across the supply chain. This solution can help ensure better expiry management, reduce pilferages, and help meet regulatory guidelines such as FSSAI recall requirements.
