Product data tracking

What is meant by Product data tracking?

The term "Product Data Tracking" refers to the systematic monitoring and tracing of product data throughout the entire lifecycle of a product. This includes the collection, management, and analysis of information from development through production to distribution and use of a product.

Typical software functions in the area of "Product Data Tracking":

1. Data Capture: Automatic collection of product data from various sources such as ERP systems, production facilities, or IoT devices.
2. Version Control: Management and tracking of changes to product data across different versions.
3. Real-time Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of product data in real-time for quick identification of deviations or issues.
4. Traceability: Ability to trace the path of a product or its components through the entire supply chain.
5. Reporting and Analysis: Generation of detailed reports and performance of data analyses to identify trends and optimization potentials.
6. Alert Functions: Automatic notifications when deviations from defined parameters or quality standards occur.

Examples of "Product Data Tracking":

1. Batch tracing in the food industry
2. Serial number tracking in the electronics industry
3. Component tracking in the automotive industry
4. Material flow tracking in logistics
5. Quality data tracking in the pharmaceutical industry
6. Maintenance history tracking in mechanical engineering