A practical guide to EUDR requirements for palm oil, from HS codes and derivatives to plot-level traceability and due diligence.
Traceability Articles & Insights
Welcome to the Articles section of The Traceability Hub. This is where we publish our latest research, explainers, and thought pieces on all things traceability. Whether you’re a compliance officer, supply chain manager, or technology provider, here you’ll find practical knowledge to stay ahead of regulations and market trends. Read More
Traceability in Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing
Why end-to-end traceability is essential for efficiency, compliance, and resilience in Industry 4.0 factories.
Solving Food Supply Chain Blind Spots with RFID Technology
Discover how RFID tracking improves supply chain visibility, reduces food waste, and strengthens traceability.
Italian Cuisine Beyond UNESCO: How Traditional Methods Shape Future Food
From living heritage to digital ecosystems: how Italian food culture connects tradition, traceability, and sustainability to shape the future of agri-food.
EU PPWR Explained: Must-Know Facts for Packaging Companies
A practical guide to Regulation (EU) 2025/40, from recyclability grades and reuse targets to labeling, EPR obligations, and compliance deadlines through 2040.
Smart Factory Reality Check: RFID Manufacturing Benefits Beyond Theory
How RFID manufacturing solutions deliver real-world results on the factory floor through traceability, automation, and real-time visibility.
Why Traceability in Manufacturing Goes Beyond Compliance: Hidden Profit Centers
How manufacturing traceability transforms compliance data into operational efficiency, cost savings, and long-term profitability.
Mastering Cotton Traceability: From Farm to Fashion Framework
How end-to-end cotton traceability, regulatory pressure, and advanced technologies are reshaping ethical sourcing in the global fashion supply chain.
Medical Tracking Done Right: Step-by-Step Device Lifecycle Management Guide
A step-by-step guide to medical device traceability covering FDA 21 CFR Part 821, EU MDR, UDI implementation, and patient safety.
Italian Government Rolls Out AI-Powered Made-in-Italy Protection
Discover how Italy’s AI-driven Autentica system uses computer vision and digital authentication to detect counterfeits and protect Made-in-Italy goods worldwide.
How Returnable Asset Management Drives Measurable Supply Chain ROI
Discover how RFID-enabled RTI visibility, cloud analytics, and real-time tracking reduce losses, optimize assets, and unlock millions in supply chain ROI.
How to Master Asset Tracking: Real Solutions for Real Businesses
Discover how modern asset tracking systems (RFID, GPS, IoT, RTLS) improve visibility, reduce theft, boost maintenance efficiency, and streamline business operations.
The Evolving CPG Consumer Packaged Goods Industry: Trends, Growth Drivers & the Digital Future
Why top CPGs struggle. Deep dive into the shift from price increases to execution, the rise of K-curve demand, and the crucial need for localized strategies and SKU rationalization.
Platform vs. Point Solutions: The Real Value Gap in Supply Chain Tech
How integrated supply chain platforms deliver higher value, visibility, and ROI in 2025.
Smart Supply Chains: Why Italian Logistics Industry is Moving Beyond Traditional Models
Explore Italy’s shift to smart supply chains driven by AI, automation, digital platforms, PUDO last-mile networks, and ESG compliance powering logistics transformation.
What You’ll Find Here
This section collects all of our published articles, guides, and reports about traceability. Content ranges from high-level industry trends to hands-on implementation advice, so you can move from understanding concepts to applying them in your organization.
Expect to find:
- Deep-dives into regulatory updates (EU, US, global).
- Case studies showing real-world traceability implementations.
- Practical how-to guides and checklists.
- Articles exploring technology innovation (AI, blockchain, IoT).
- Analyses of sustainability and circular economy initiatives.
Our articles are designed to cover the breadth of traceability and its impact across industries. Some recurring themes include:
- Regulatory compliance & standards (GS1, DPP, UDI, TPD, EUDR).
- Industry verticals: pharma, food, fashion, automotive, electronics, etc.
- Enabling technologies: serialization, blockchain, IoT, AI.
- Business outcomes: transparency, risk management, circularity.
Below you’ll find the full list of articles, updated regularly. Use this page as your starting point to dive deeper into the themes that matter most to your organization.
