Definition:

"Supply chain information standards are concepts, terms, words & codes that have common and consistent meaning to each supply chain participant. They are used to defining and identifying products, services & information that move between participants in the supply chain."

The short definition:

"To speak a common language"

Why do we care about common standards?

The use of global standards for numbering, barcoding and eMessaging offers benefits to all parties in the red meat industry supply chain by reducing costs, saving time, providing traceability and increasing accuracy through management of the enitre supply chain.