eTrackit is a digital traceability system for certified materials, tracking volumes at the individual product level.
ABOUT
A forward-thinking system delivering granular traceability
Designed to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain, eTrackit works by electronically tracking certified materials for each key product transformation, as well as every time products are transacted between a seller and a buyer. eTransactions establish material accounting at the article level throughout the supply chain, dual verified by peer-to-peer validation and third-party certification body transaction approval. Each kilo of certified material is traced, providing real-time visibility of certified inventory transfers in a closed loop supply chain.
OBJECTIVES
Increasing efficiency and integrity in traceability
eTrackit’s initial release application will be powered by the traceability platform TextileGenesis™. However, Textile Exchange will continue to develop pathways under the Trackit umbrella as the system evolves, collaborating with further solution providers and stakeholders who are working with other traceability solutions once its data evolves.
HOW IT WORKS
Tracking certified materials online via eTransactions
Brand eligibility
Eligible, certified brands can now register for eTrackit and begin the process of supply chain mapping. In this initial rollout, the system is available for Global Recycled Standard (GRS) and Recycled Claim Standard (RCS), and so brands must be certified to the GRS and/or RCS to use eTrackit. This is necessary for end-to-end traceability.
Supply chain discovery
Brands that are eligible to use the eTrackit system need to undergo a supply chain discovery phase to identify whether they also have eligible purchase orders (POs).
Certified brands can register to have their supply chain diagnosed and receive a report on the eligibility of their certified supply chains.
eTransactions
Once a supply chain has been onboarded to the traceability platform, certified organizations can apply for eTransactions, which the system will authenticate against the permissible scope, as well as their available inventory, and their adherence to content and standard requirements. Validated eTransactions are then passed on to certification bodies for verification and approval.
Peer-to-peer validation
With the approval of eTransactions, the system will draw on the virtual inventory of the seller and move it to the buyer. The buyer will then need to accept the inventory to complete the peer-to-peer validation. The virtual inventory, coupled with this peer-to-peer validation, ensures that certified volume is always zero-sum within the supply chain.
TIMELINE
eTrackit Update
As of September 18, 2024, eTransactions are now live in eTrackit, which means transactions of GRS or RCS certified material can begin flowing on the platform. In the eTrackit system, transaction certificates are replaced by eTransactions, which are the foundation for validating the chain of custody in the platform.
eTrackit is set to expand to include a wider selection of Textile Exchange standards and is only intended to trace material certified to these standards, meaning it will not scale to include other standard systems or materials that are not certified.
eTrackit’s initial release application is powered by the traceability platform TextileGenesis. Textile Exchange is working towards bringing other technology solutions into the eTrackit system. At this time, Textile Exchange will work in parallel with a shortlist of technology platforms to pilot the eTrackit system.
TECHNOLOGY PROVIDERS
Call for additional technology providers to pilot the eTrackit multi-party traceability system
Textile Exchange is currently accepting applications from additional technology platforms to pilot the eTrackit multi-party system. Interested technology providers must apply and complete an assessment to ensure their suitability. Applications and assessments must be submitted by October 21, 2024, with the aim of starting the pilot in November.
If you’re interested in applying to be part of this pilot, please email trackit@textileexchange.org and we will reply with an application form and additional information.
Learn More
Where to find relevant further guidance
Explore our introductory resources, designed for brands interested in becoming users of the eTrackit system.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have a question not answered here, please get in touch with us directly at trackit@textileexchange.org.