traceability
TRAY-suh-bil-ih-tee
Definition
The ability to track and verify the history, location, and application of items or materials through all stages of production and distribution.
Etymology
Derived from the French word 'trasser' (to trace), combined with the Latin suffix '-abilis' (capable of) and '-ity' (state or quality). It entered English to describe the capacity to track or follow a path or history.
In the news
In the article, the author highlights that new supply chain regulations require a high degree of traceability across supplier tiers and materials that traditional methods cannot support. This capability is now an operational compliance requirement rather than a voluntary sustainability goal.
E-commerce is reshaping retail operations faster than most enterprise teams are prepared for
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