Module 16 2022

05/09/2022

Traceability

• The definition of ‘Traceability’ with the GS1 Global Traceability Standard for Healthcare is: • Traceability is the ability to track forward the movement through specified stage(s) of the extended supply chain and trace backward the history, application or location of that which is under consideration • Therefore Track + Trace = Traceability • This subject is of high importance and is increasing globally

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Traceability

• What is driving the need for traceability? • Consistent level of medical errors • Increased recalls • Counterfeit products – Brand Protection • Increasing Supply Chain costs

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