Framework for implementing traceability system in the bulk grain supply chain
Framework for implementing traceability system in the bulk grain supply chain
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DOI:
10.1016/j.jfoodeng.2009.06.028
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发表时间:
2009-12
影响因子:
5.5
通讯作者:
M. Thakur;C. Hurburgh
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作者:
M. Thakur;C. Hurburgh
Implementation of a traceability system in the bulk grain supply chain is a complex task. Grain lots are often commingled to meet buyer specifications and the lot-identity is not maintained. In this paper, a systems approach is used to develop methods for implementing bulk grain supply chain traceability in the United States, that includes both internal and chain traceability. First, the usage requirements of a traceability system are defined for all the actors in the supply chain. Second, a model is developed for implementing internal traceability system for a grain elevator that handles specialty grain. Then, we develop a model for information exchange between the supply chain actors. The model shows what grain lot information must be recorded and then passed on to the next actor. A sequence diagram is developed to show the information exchange in the grain supply chain when a user requests additional information about a suspect product. Finally, we discuss some suitable technologies to enable this information exchange. A few sample XML documents are shown for the transfer and sharing of information in the grain supply chain.