Track & Trace (from English “Tracking and Traceability”) is a system for tracking and tracing goods at all stages of their movement from the manufacturer or importer to the end consumer.
In general, it is used for:
- Identification of each unit of product using a unique code.
- Registration of events during production, storage, transportation, and sale of the product.
- Monitoring the movement of goods through an information system.
- Authenticity verification and prevention of illegal circulation.
In the context of digital marking in Uzbekistan and other countries, Track & Trace (T&T) is, as a rule, a state/national information system into which businesses upload data on the introduction, movement, and withdrawal of products from circulation.
The structure of the marking solution consists of 5 levels:
↓ L1 — ⚙️Equipment
Devices for serialization and aggregation, including manual and automatic scanners, printers, applicators, markers, and others.
Scale: Individual equipment.
Implementation: Manufacturer and integrator.
Operation: Manufacturer.
↓ L2 — 💾Equipment software
Software in the equipment for serialization and aggregation, ensuring their operation.
Scale: Individual equipment.
Implementation: Manufacturer and integrator.
Operation: Manufacturer.
↓ L3 — 🏭Manufacturing process control system
A system coordinating the actions of marking equipment and the production process.
Scale: Production site.
Implementation: Manufacturer and integrator.
Operation: Manufacturer and integrator.
↓ L4 — 📊Accounting system
A system for collecting and processing marking information from all production assets.
Scale: Organization.
Implementation: Manufacturer and integrator.
Operation: Manufacturer and integrator.
L5 — 🏢National/State system
National information system for digital marking and traceability of goods.
Scale: Country.
Implementation: Digital marking operator.
Operation: Digital marking operator.
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