Enhancing Visibility in EPCIS Governing Agri-Food Supply Chains via Linked Pedigrees

2014 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 45-73 ◽  
Author(s):  
Monika Solanki ◽  
Christopher Brewster
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Food Supply ◽  
Linked Data ◽  
Food Sector ◽  
Product Code ◽  
Food Supply Chains ◽  
Electronic Product Code ◽  
Electronic Product ◽  
Information Models ◽  
Event Based

Data integration for the purposes of tracking, tracing and transparency are important challenges in the agri-food supply chain. The Electronic Product Code Information Services (EPCIS) is an event-oriented GS1 standard that aims to enable tracking and tracing of products through the sharing of event-based datasets that encapsulate the Electronic Product Code (EPC). In this paper, the authors propose a framework that utilises events and EPCs in the generation of “linked pedigrees” - linked datasets that enable the sharing of traceability information about products as they move along the supply chain. The authors exploit two ontology based information models, EEM and CBVVocab within a distributed and decentralised framework that consumes real time EPCIS events as linked data to generate the linked pedigrees. The authors exemplify the usage of linked pedigrees within the fresh fruit and vegetables supply chain in the agri-food sector.

Enhancing Visibility in EPCIS Governing Agri-Food Supply Chains via Linked Pedigrees

2018 ◽  
pp. 839-870
Author(s):  
Monika Solanki ◽  
Christopher Brewster
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Food Supply ◽  
Food Sector ◽  
Food Supply Chain ◽  
Product Code ◽  
Food Supply Chains ◽  
Electronic Product Code ◽  
Electronic Product ◽  
Information Models ◽  
Event Based

Data integration for the purposes of tracking, tracing and transparency are important challenges in the agri-food supply chain. The Electronic Product Code Information Services (EPCIS) is an event-oriented GS1 standard that aims to enable tracking and tracing of products through the sharing of event-based datasets that encapsulate the Electronic Product Code (EPC). In this paper, the authors propose a framework that utilises events and EPCs in the generation of “linked pedigrees” - linked datasets that enable the sharing of traceability information about products as they move along the supply chain. The authors exploit two ontology based information models, EEM and CBVVocab within a distributed and decentralised framework that consumes real time EPCIS events as linked data to generate the linked pedigrees. The authors exemplify the usage of linked pedigrees within the fresh fruit and vegetables supply chain in the agri-food sector.

scholarly journals Mapping Sustainable Tomato Supply Chain in Greece: A Framework for Research

Foods ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 539 ◽  
Author(s):  
Foivos Anastasiadis ◽  
Ioanna Apostolidou ◽  
Anastasios Michailidis
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Value Chain ◽  
Food Supply ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Food Sector ◽  
Sustainable Food ◽  
Research Framework ◽  
Food Supply Chains ◽  
Chain Maps ◽  
Flow Of Information

Sustainable food supply chains are complex systems involving several stakeholders, processes, flow of goods/materials and information. The value generated in combination with the contradictory agendas among actors makes any groundwork for future research a challenging endeavor. Hence, an end-to-end mapping of the food supply chain under examination is a vital prerequisite for the design of a comprehensive research framework. This study exemplified such a mapping approach in the Greek sustainable tomato supply chain, providing significant insights for an impactful research agenda. Data were obtained from secondary sectoral sources and open interviews with key players across the supply chain—covering all its main stages, i.e., production, packaging, storing, transportation, wholesaling, and retailing. The findings are summarized in three supply chain maps that illustrate the areas concerning sustainability, value chain and stakeholders. These maps synthesize a bigger picture of the supply chain that reveals the complicated interactions among its actors, the hidden bottlenecks in the flow of information and the areas that need deeper exploration. Its fundamental implication is the design of a targeted research framework, underlying the main priorities of the Greek tomato supply chain and eventually the Greek agri-food sector.

scholarly journals Agri-Food 4.0 and Innovations: Revamping the Supply Chain Operations

2021 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 75-89
Author(s):  
Vasavi Dadi ◽  
Suryadevara Ram Nikhil ◽  
Rahul S Mor ◽  
Tripti Agarwal ◽  
Sapna Arora
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Food Supply ◽  
Digital Technologies ◽  
Food Sector ◽  
Food Supply Chain ◽  
Demand And Supply ◽  
Food Supply Chains ◽  
Block Chain ◽  
Different Sources ◽  
Food Wastage

Abstract The agri-food sector contributes significantly to economic and social advancements globally despite numerous challenges such as food safety and security, demand and supply gaps, product quality, traceability, etc. Digital technologies offer effective and sustainable ways to these challenges through reduced human interference and improved data-accuracy. Innovations led by digital transformations in the agri-food supply chains (AFSCs) are the main aim of ‘Agri-Food 4.0’. This brings significant transformations in the agri-food sector by reducing food wastage, real-time product monitoring, reducing scalability issues, etc. This paper presents a systematic review of the innovations in the agri-food for digital technologies such as internet-of-things, artificial intelligence, big data, RFID, robotics, block-chain technology, etc. The employment of these technologies from the ‘farm to fork’ along AFSC emphasizes a review of 159 articles solicited from different sources. This paper also highlights digitization in developing smart, sensible, and sustainable agri-food supply chain systems.

Information System Costs of Utilizing Electronic Product Codes in Achieving Global Data Synchronization within the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Network

2013 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 62-76 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hui-Chuan Chen ◽  
Edmund Prater
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Resource Planning ◽  
Data Synchronization ◽  
Pharmaceutical Supply Chain ◽  
Product Code ◽  
Electronic Product Code ◽  
Electronic Product ◽  
Global Registry ◽  
Global Data

Numerous benefits of implementation of global data synchronization (GDSN) in the pharmaceutical supply chain have been identified, including reduced counterfeiting, decreased medication errors, increased supply chain efficiency, and standardized regulatory evolution. For this study, a complete GDSN supply chain framework was developed as a model for the industry to achieve Global Standard (GS1) standards. Each supply chain member must have a strong enterprise resource planning (ERP) information system to accommodate the initial electronic product code information services (EPCIS). A web-based Datapool—which connects the manufacturer, distributor, and retailer—will assist in reaching the data synchronization stage. The most important step is to have an open standard of GS1 global registry to enable the Epedigree to be traced through the supply chain system. When combined with EPCIS, as well as electronic product code global (EPCglobal) standardization and GS1 Global Registry, the supply chain can achieve global data synchronization and traceability. The comprehensive GDSN framework provided in this study provides the pharmaceutical industry an estimate of the total costs of attaining a global data synchronization network.

Development of Holistic Framework Incorporating Collaboration, Supply-Demand Synchronization, Traceability and Vertical Integration in Agri-food Supply Chain

2013 ◽  
pp. 294-323
Author(s):  
Sanjay Sharma ◽  
Sanjaysingh Vijaysingh Patil
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Vertical Integration ◽  
Food Supply ◽  
Gap Analysis ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Food Sector ◽  
Food Supply Chain ◽  
Food Supply Chains ◽  
Close Cooperation ◽  
Location Design

Successful implementation of food supply chains in improving the productivity and operational efficiency by some companies made many other firms and researchers courteous about this fast developing field. For successful strategies, organizations in agri-food business are aiming to bring all its stakeholders in close cooperation. The agri-food supply chain aims at optimal warehousing and location design, supply-demand synchronization, checking price variations and ultimately minimizing waste and improving productivity at every stage leveraging Information Technology (IT). This research reviews the supply chain status in agri-food sector, categorizes available literature, assesses the influential articles, and proposes the holistic framework in agri-food supply chain. From the literature review, it is observed that the research articles have addressed agri-food supply chain up to a certain point and confined to the apt ideas of supply projections, demand projections, supply-demand disparity, traceability, collaborations etc. There is a need for extensive research to reconsider warehouse and location design, supply-demand projections and gap analysis, transshipment strategies and traceability in an integrated manner. The present study proposes holistic framework addressing the issues of supply-demand synchronization, warehouse design, transportation optimization, traceability, vertical integration and farmer’s credit facility.

scholarly journals Framing the transition towards sustainable agri-food supply chains

2021 ◽  
Vol 899 (1) ◽  
pp. 012003
Author(s):  
G T Tsoulfas ◽  
Y Mouzakitis
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Environmental Economic ◽  
Supply Chains ◽  
Food Supply ◽  
Food Sector ◽  
Chain Management ◽  
Food Supply Chains ◽  
Sustainable Supply Chains ◽  
Shed Light

Abstract The connection of the agri-food sector with the agenda of sustainable development comes naturally, as the chain from production to processing, trading, distribution and consumption is directly connected with significant issues in environmental, economic, and social realms. Today’s challenge for businesses is not whether to embrace sustainability, but rather how to effectively establish sustainable supply chains. Therefore, a solid grasp of the move from “conventional” to “sustainable” supply chains is necessary. In this paper, we focus on the supply chain management of the agri-food sector, seeking to shed light on practices which may contribute to the transition of the sector towards sustainability. In this vein, we extend the conceptual framework which was proposed by Beske and Seuring (2014) so that it accommodates the contemporary particularities of agri-food supply chains.

Development of Holistic Framework Incorporating Collaboration, Supply-Demand Synchronization, Traceability and Vertical Integration in Agri-Food Supply Chain

2011 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 18-45 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sanjay Sharma ◽  
Sanjaysingh Vijaysingh Patil
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Vertical Integration ◽  
Food Supply ◽  
Gap Analysis ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Food Sector ◽  
Food Supply Chain ◽  
Food Supply Chains ◽  
Close Cooperation ◽  
Location Design

Successful implementation of food supply chains in improving the productivity and operational efficiency by some companies made many other firms and researchers courteous about this fast developing field. For successful strategies, organizations in agri-food business are aiming to bring all its stakeholders in close cooperation. The agri-food supply chain aims at optimal warehousing and location design, supply-demand synchronization, checking price variations and ultimately minimizing waste and improving productivity at every stage leveraging Information Technology (IT). This research reviews the supply chain status in agri-food sector, categorizes available literature, assesses the influential articles, and proposes the holistic framework in agri-food supply chain. From the literature review, it is observed that the research articles have addressed agri-food supply chain up to a certain point and confined to the apt ideas of supply projections, demand projections, supply-demand disparity, traceability, collaborations etc. There is a need for extensive research to reconsider warehouse and location design, supply-demand projections and gap analysis, transshipment strategies and traceability in an integrated manner. The present study proposes holistic framework addressing the issues of supply-demand synchronization, warehouse design, transportation optimization, traceability, vertical integration and farmer’s credit facility.

scholarly journals Assessment of traditional food supply chain performance using triadic approach: the role of relationships quality

2018 ◽  
Vol 23 (5) ◽  
pp. 396-411 ◽  
Author(s):  
Željka Mesic ◽  
Adrienn Molnár ◽  
Marija Cerjak
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Relationship Quality ◽  
Food Supply ◽  
Supply Chain Performance ◽  
Traditional Food ◽  
Food Sector ◽  
Food Supply Chain ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Food Supply Chains ◽  
Empirical Contribution

Purpose The objectives of this paper were twofold: to explore if there are differences in the perceptions about supply chain performance (SCP) and relationship quality (RQ) among traditional food supply chain members, and to examine the influence of individual relationship variables and aggregated relationship quality on SCP in the traditional food sector. Design/methodology/approach The survey was conducted in a triadic context with 189 supply chain members (62 suppliers, 65 focal companies and 62 customers) of 65 traditional food supply chains (cheese, olive oil, meat products, brandies and liqueurs, wine and honey) in Croatia. The influence of individual relationship variables and aggregated RQ on perceived SCP was tested using regression analysis. Findings It was found that there were no significant differences in the perception of overall SCP and RQ among supply chain members. It was identified that aggregated RQ and all individual relationship variables (trust, commitment, economic satisfaction, non-coercive and coercive power, reputation and conflict) have a significant influence on perceived SCP of the traditional food supply chains. Practical implication This study provides a systematic approach to investigate the SCP and supply chain RQ in the traditional food sector. The findings suggest that managers should not neglect any aspect of supply chain relationship to keep high SCP and to be competitive on the market. Originality/value This multiple supply chain study makes an original empirical contribution to the supply chain and network management literature by using a triadic approach to investigate RQ and SCP. The influence of individual RQ constructs and aggregated RQ on traditional food SCP examined in this study has not been explored thus far. This study also makes an original empirical contribution by investigating RQ and SCP in the traditional food sector, which has received little attention recently.

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