Overview
TraceID is a digital product passport platform that connects physical products to verified digital identities. We enable manufacturers, suppliers, and brands to create, manage, and share structured product data in compliance with the EU's Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR).
The Challenge
The European Union's new ESPR requires manufacturers to provide transparent, verified information about their products throughout their entire lifecycle. This includes materials, origin, repairability, and end-of-life recycling instructions.
Traditional documentation systems—spreadsheets, PDFs, and disconnected databases—cannot meet these requirements. Businesses need a way to turn fragmented data into continuous, verifiable information that travels with each product.
Our Solution
TraceID connects secure data carriers (QR codes, RFID tags, NFC chips) with structured, machine-readable digital product passports. Each product receives a unique digital identity that stores and shares verified lifecycle data.
Key Features
- Automated Data Collection: Integrates with existing ERP, PLM, and quality systems to capture product data automatically
- Verified Digital Identities: Each product gets a unique, tamper-proof digital passport
- Lifecycle Tracking: Monitors products from manufacturing through end-of-life
- Regulatory Compliance: Built to meet ESPR, CSRD, and UK sustainability requirements
- Supply Chain Transparency: Connects data across manufacturers, suppliers, and recyclers
- Consumer Access: Enables customers to scan products and view verified information
Who We Serve
TraceID supports businesses across multiple sectors:
- Textiles and Fashion: Material composition, care instructions, recycling information
- Electronics: Component traceability, repair guidance, battery information
- Industrial Manufacturers: Equipment history, maintenance records, parts catalogues
- Consumer Goods: Product origin, sustainability credentials, authenticity verification
Benefits
For Manufacturers
- Streamlined compliance with EU regulations
- Reduced manual data entry and documentation
- Real-time visibility across supply chains
- Support for circular business models
- Enhanced brand trust and transparency
For Consumers
- Access to verified product information
- Repair and maintenance guidance
- Responsible recycling instructions
- Product authenticity verification
- Sustainability and origin transparency
For Recyclers
- Instant access to material composition
- Proper handling instructions
- Hazardous substance alerts
- Disassembly guidance
- Material recovery information
Technology
TraceID's platform is built on modern, scalable infrastructure that ensures data security, integrity, and availability:
- Secure Data Carriers: QR codes, NFC tags, RFID, and digital watermarks
- Cloud Infrastructure: Reliable, scalable hosting with high availability
- API Integrations: Connect with existing business systems seamlessly
- Data Validation: Automated verification and version control
- Compliance-Ready: Built-in support for ESPR, UK GDPR, and data protection requirements
Compliance and Standards
TraceID is designed to meet current and emerging regulatory requirements:
- EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR): Full DPP compliance
- Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD): ESG data collection and reporting
- UK GDPR: Data protection and privacy by design
- Battery Regulation: Specific support for battery passport requirements
- Textile Regulations: Material and origin tracking for fashion and apparel
Getting Started
Implementing TraceID is straightforward:
- Discovery: We assess your current data systems and identify integration points
- Configuration: Set up data flows, product categories, and compliance requirements
- Integration: Connect TraceID with your ERP, PLM, and quality systems
- Deployment: Begin generating digital product passports for your products
- Support: Ongoing monitoring, updates, and compliance guidance
Why TraceID?
TraceID turns regulatory compliance into competitive advantage. By digitising product data and making it accessible throughout the lifecycle, we help businesses:
- Prepare for mandatory DPP requirements before enforcement
- Build consumer trust through verified transparency
- Support circular economy initiatives
- Streamline supply chain operations
- Reduce waste and improve sustainability
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Ready to explore how TraceID can support your business?