Operations and Traceability Management for Recycle&Go
Recycle & Go Website
Overview:
Recycle&Go (R&G) is a sustainability-driven company that transforms plastic waste into high-quality, reusable shopping bags. To ensure full traceability and transparency across its production process, R&G leverages blockchain technology and QR code-enabled tracking to provide real-time production insights to customers.
The project focuses on optimizing production workflows and implementing a robust traceability system that enhances supply chain visibility while ensuring compliance with sustainability standards. An end-customer portal was developed to allow brands and consumers to verify the origin, materials, and production details of each shopping bag by simply scanning a QR code, retrieving authenticated blockchain records for full transparency.
Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
- Production Oversight & Optimization:
- Established clear workflows for production management in China and Thailand.
- Introduced standardized processes to improve efficiency and reduce quality inconsistencies.
- Created a structured reporting system to provide visibility into production status.
- End-to-End Traceability System:
- Designed and implemented QR code-based tracking, allowing end customers to verify product origins.
- Integrated a blockchain-backed ledger to store and authenticate key production milestones.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by maintaining immutable and auditable records.
- Customer Portal Development:
- Built a self-service portal where customers can track orders and verify product authenticity.
- Integrated blockchain verification into the portal, reinforcing brand trust and credibility.
- Designed an intuitive UI for brands and consumers to easily access traceability data.
- Operational Reporting & Compliance:
- Implemented a dashboard for real-time tracking of production, shipments, and audits.
- Established a regular audit framework to identify and address non-compliance risks.
- Provided executive reporting for internal stakeholders to make data-driven decisions.
Technologies Used:
- ERP System: Odoo (Customized for production and supply chain tracking)
- Blockchain: Immutable ledger for product traceability and compliance
- QR Code Integration: Customer-facing traceability and verification system
- Customer Portal: Web-based application for real-time production tracking
Outcome & Impact:
- Improved production transparency and strengthened customer trust in sustainability claims.
- Reduced operational inefficiencies through streamlined tracking and reporting.
- Enhanced compliance and audit readiness with automated traceability mechanisms.
- Provided brands and consumers with a seamless experience to verify product authenticity.
This project sets a foundation for scalable, transparent, and sustainable operations, reinforcing R&G’s position as a leader in waste reuse and circular economy initiatives.