T101: Traceability—What it is, Why it Matters

In particular, the presentation will:

• Provide NGOs with a clear definition of traceability and clarity about traceability systems and technology;
• Discuss why full-chain traceability matters for long-term fisheries management;
• Describe the current traceability landscape within the seafood supply chain and identify the important gaps;
• Discuss the emerging initiatives and technologies that hold promise for increasing adoption of improved traceability across the seafood supply chain; and
• Provide basic guidance for how to effectively engage industry in traceability conversations

The presentation has been crafted to meet the internal training needs of NGOs as well as provide information that can help NGOs better advise their industry partners on issues of traceability as it relates to sustainable sourcing commitments and other initiatives.

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Overview

The entire presentation takes around 50 minutes to watch, and covers the following topics:

Slides 1—6: Introduction: what is traceability?

Slides 7—20: The status quo: how data is captured and recorded through a seafood supply chain

Slides 21—27: Problems caused by lack of traceability

Slides 28—31: Introduction to emerging solutions

Slides 32—44: The five core business functions of traceability

Slides 45—46: Introduction to technology and people solutions

Slides 47—50: Technology-focused  initiatives

Slides 51—56: “People side” initiatives

Slides 57—61: Next steps and conclusion