Integrated Refers to linking together processes, software programs or networks so that coordination of information occurs System across different systems to add value as a whole, rather than in separate, discrete systems that do not connect. An integrated system provides faster and easier access to information across different applications and platforms, such as cloud-based or mobile platforms, by allowing them to be compatible with each another and exchange data in common formats. This can result in a cost effective and customized approach to information management by connecting existing programs or off-the-shelf programs. Expertise from a qualified Systems Integrator is usually required to build an integrated system when combining software and hardware from multiple vendors. For example, an integrated Traceability system could be made up of inventory, accounting and general office process software (such as Microsoft Office). Emails are received from suppliers verifying shipment details, and that information is entered into the inventory management program, which is then exported to the accounting program for payment once the shipment has been received and verified in the inventory management program as correct. Interoperability Ability of a computer system to run programs from different vendors, and to interact with other computers across (Interoperable) local or wide-area networks regardless of set-up or operating systems used. Key Data A specific piece of information that is collected, kept or shared about a product/animal that is used to support Element (KDE) traceability. A Key Data Element should relate to one of the Three Pillars of Traceability: premises identification, product identification, and movement recording. There are nine (9) Key Data Elements that should be collected at Critical Tracking Events: Product Code (i.e. Tag/Lot/Batch Number) Product Identifier Product Description Quantity Date Receiver/Ship To Identifier Shipper/Ship From Identifier Shipment Identifier Transport Identifier Manifest A document, paper or electronic, that is used to record the sale of movement of a product or animal to another premises/business/location. Also called a bill of lading, invoice, receipt, etc.
Integrated System Refers to linking together processes, software programs or networks so that coordination of information occurs across different systems to add value as a whole, rather than in separate, discrete systems that do not connect. An integrated system provides faster and easier access to information across different applications and platforms, such as cloud-based or mobile platforms, by allowing them to be compatible with each another and exchange data in common formats. This can result in a cost effective and customized approach to information management by connecting existing programs or off-the-shelf programs. Expertise from a qualified Systems Integrator is usually required to build an integrated system when combining software and hardware from multiple vendors. For example, an integrated Traceability system could be made up of inventory, accounting and general office process software (such as Microsoft Office). Emails are received from suppliers verifying shipment details, and that information is entered into the inventory management program, which is then exported to the accounting program for payment once the shipment has been received and verified in the inventory management program as correct. Interoperability (Interoperable) Ability of a computer system to run programs from different vendors, and to interact with other computers across local or wide-area networks regardless of set-up or operating systems used. Key Data Element (KDE) A specific piece of information that is collected, kept or shared about a product/animal that is used to support traceability. A Key Data Element should relate to one of the Three Pillars of Traceability: premises identification, product identification, and movement recording. There are nine (9) Key Data Elements that should be collected at Critical Tracking Events: Product Code (i.e. Tag/Lot/Batch Number) Product Identifier Product Description Quantity Date Receiver/Ship To Identifier Shipper/Ship From Identifier Shipment Identifier Transport Identifier Manifest A document, paper or electronic, that is used to record the sale of movement of a product or animal to another premises/business/location. Also called a bill of lading, invoice, receipt, etc.