Episode description

Hello, visibility enthusiasts! Welcome to the Beyond Visibility Lounge, the podcast that explores the seen and unseen world of the supply chain, logistics, transportation, and traceability. Join your hosts, ⁠Iliriana Kacaniku⁠ and ⁠Ron Volpe⁠, as they explore how collaboration and openness among supply chain leaders drive innovation and visibility.

In this episode, Iliriana and Ron hosted Michael Darden, the Founder and CEO of the DFM Data Corp about his professional journey and the Transportation Unit Identifier (TUID). They discuss the inspiration behind TUID, the challenges in its conceptualization, and its potential impact on the industry. They also explore the recent publication of ISO 8000-119, a standard for TUID, and its implications for wider adoption. The conversation highlights the importance of transparency and efficiency in supply chains and the role of standards in achieving these goals. Darden emphasizes the need for collaboration and change management to drive the adoption of TUID and other innovations in the industry.

Takeaways

• The Transportation Unit Identifier (TUID) is a unique end-to-end shipment identifier that enables communication and interoperability between different marketplaces and stakeholders in the supply chain.
• The adoption of TUID faces challenges in change management and acceptance from industry stakeholders, but regulations and standards can drive its wider adoption.
• The recent publication of ISO 8000-119, a standard for TUID, is a significant step towards its adoption and implementation in the industry.
• Transparency and efficiency in supply chains can be achieved through the use of TUID and other innovative solutions, such as blockchain and AI.

Link to the White Paper:

• Rationale and Plan for a Standardized Supply Chain Transport Unit Identifier