As supply chain transparency and traceability become increasingly important for businesses, regulators, and stakeholders, consistent definitions are critical to ensuring clear communication and alignment, AAFA said in a release.
The glossary is intended to guide the industry by defining key traceability-related terms and addressing terminology that may appear in existing or emerging regulations, helping to promote clarity, consistency and shared understanding across the global supply chain.
US AAFA has published the Global Apparel, Footwear, & Accessories Glossary of Traceability Terms to establish a common reference point for terminology used across that industry.
The glossary will define key traceability-related terms and address terminology that may appear in existing or emerging regulations, helping to promote clarity, consistency and shared understanding across the global supply chain.
The glossary was created by the Traceability Working Group and the Solutions Providers Advisory Group, comprised of representatives from the entire supply chain.
The glossary will be regularly reviewed to incorporate new or update terms and incorporate terminology that may appear in new regulations. This review will culminate in a formal annual public review process that the Traceability Working Group will open in January of each year that will lead to the publication of an updated glossary in April each year.
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