traceability
[treɪsəˈbɪləti]
nounfemininepl: traceabilities
rastreabilidade
1. The ability to trace or track something back to its origin or source; the capacity to verify the history, location, or application of an item or process
The traceability of the product ensures consumers know exactly where it came from.
A rastreabilidade do produto garante que os consumidores saibam exatamente de onde ele veio.
2. In supply chain management, the ability to follow a product from raw materials through production and distribution to the end consumer
Modern supply chains require complete traceability for quality assurance.
As cadeias de suprimentos modernas exigem rastreabilidade completa para garantia de qualidade.
3. In software and documentation, the ability to link requirements to their implementation and testing
Traceability matrices are essential in software development projects.
As matrizes de rastreabilidade são essenciais em projetos de desenvolvimento de software.
4. The capacity to demonstrate an audit trail or clear documentation of all steps in a process
Financial traceability is crucial for regulatory compliance.
A rastreabilidade financeira é crucial para conformidade regulatória.
In Brazil, rastreabilidade is increasingly important due to food safety regulations and agricultural exports, particularly in the beef and agricultural sectors. The country has implemented strict traceability systems for food products (SISBOV for cattle). In the USA, traceability is a regulatory requirement in industries like pharmaceuticals, food safety (FDA), and aerospace (FAA), reflecting the emphasis on consumer protection and liability management in American business culture.
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