The Institute of Food Technologists’ Global Food Traceability Center has introduced the Traceability Driver, an open-source module aimed at standardising traceability data across the food supply chain. The tool enables existing software systems to convert traceability information into globally recognised formats, supporting compliance, sustainability, and supply chain integrity.
The Traceability Driver includes a pre-built API for data sharing and operates locally, allowing organisations to maintain control over their information while improving interoperability. By automating the alignment of traceability data with global standards, it reduces the time and cost associated with compliance, letting companies focus on core operations.
Koltiva, an agritech firm specialising in traceable and climate-smart supply chains, tested the Traceability Driver with its system. The installation process and compliance testing, including alignment with GDST and EPCIS standards, took roughly one month. Koltiva reports that the module cut development time by around 60 percent compared with creating internal APIs and reformatting data.
The tool is designed to scale across multiple commodities that use EPCIS-based standards, providing a flexible solution for companies seeking efficient, standardised traceability solutions across diverse food supply chains.