The benefits of information standards
There are a number of benefits to individual organisations along the supply chain as well as overall benefits to industry. These benefits include:
- Reduction of labour by automating manual tasks
- Reduction of errors by removing manual entry of data
- Increased stock visibility along the supply chain
- Lower information collection and management costs
- The ability to identify carcases, cartons, bulk packs, pallets and shipments quickly and accurately
- The ability to use electronic messaging for NVDs, Waybills, Meat Transfer Certificates, producer feedback and others
- Enhanced traceability along the supply chain
- Increased compliance with customer requirements