Editing Traceability (section)

===Logistics===
{{See also|Track and trace}}
In [[logistics]], traceability refers to the capability for tracing goods along the distribution chain on a [[Batch production|batch]] number or series number basis. Traceability is an important aspect for example in the automotive industry, where it makes recalls possible, or in the food industry where it contributes to [[food safety]].

The international standards organization [[EPCglobal]] under [[GS1]] has ratified the [[EPCglobal Network]] standards (especially the EPC Information Services [[EPCIS]] standard) which codify the syntax and semantics for supply chain events and the secure method for selectively sharing supply chain events with trading partners. These standards for traceability have been used in successful deployments in many industries and there are now a wide range of products that are certified as being compatible with these standards.