Info-fisk. Development and validation of an internet based traceability system in a Danish domestic fresh fish chain

Abstract A traceability system has been developed for fresh fish supply chains in the Danish domestic market. Time and temperature in each unit operation in the selected chain was well controlled and costs of improved traceability could be estimated.Up-to-date Internet technology was used to enable easy and secure transfer of data from all steps (five) in the chain from fisherman to retailer. It is possible to keep the traceability intact in a wet and harsh environment, and to transfer the information in a secure and effective way. The software development has shown it possible to use IT for automated communication of product traceability information between enterprises.