Improving Global Commodity Chains: A Technological Framework for Enhanced Food Quality Control and Transparency

This poster presents a novel technological framework developed by Netcompany-Intrasoft (NCIS) to tackle challenges in global food supply chains, including food fraud and security, sustainability, traceability, and transparency issues. It integrates advanced blockchain technology, a digital food product passport as well as fosters evidence-based decision making through AI and ML for preventative interventions and actionable planning. Central to this initiative is the deployment of blockchain solutions that ensure data integrity and traceability across the supply chain. This infrastructure supports real-time data accessibility and fraud prevention, establishing a trustworthy environment for all supply chain participants. Additionally, the framework includes the development of a digital food product passport technology and interface. This technology is essential for documenting and communicating detailed, tamper-proof information about food products throughout their journey from farm to table. Furthermore, an AI-enabled Early Warning and Decision Support System leverages predictive analytics to preemptively identify and mitigate risks of food fraud, enhancing decision-making processes and ensuring the reliability of food quality and safety. The efficacy and adaptability of this technological framework are exemplified through its application in several Horizon Europe projects—FOODGUARD (GA No 101136542), WATSON (GA No 101084265), and ALLIANCE (GA No 101084188). These projects demonstrate how the framework's innovations are tailored to meet specific challenges within the food industry. NCIS has played a key role in deploying these technologies, showcasing its commitment to leveraging IT solutions to enhance global commodity chains and ensure a safer, more transparent global food system.