Challenges and Opportunities of Traceability Systems: An Evidence-Based Recommendation on the Role of Cooperatives
July 22, 2024
This literature reviews surveys 41 articles and case studies pertaining to supply chains, their actors, and traceability. It also examines literature on cooperatives within supply chains. The intention of these analyses is to identify traceability systems and understand where there may be both gaps and opportunities to contribute to more effective traceability and supply chain management. Drawing on the literature, the review identifies key issues and mitigating actions, concluding with an analysis of how cooperatives can play a larger role in supporting supply chain integrity and sustainability, with reference to the opportunities and successes identified in the literature.