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trace backs

English translation: reviews of the distribution chain, beginning with the point of sale or service

01:22 Jul 5, 2008
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English term or phrase: trace backs
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Please explain "trace backs" in plain English. :-)

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Selected answer:reviews of the distribution chain, beginning with the point of sale or service
Explanation:
The term "traceback" denotes the process of reviewing, in reverse, every step in the distribution chain responsible for getting a particular product from the producer to the consumer. For example, if a product is found to be contaminated, a traceback investigation may be used in an attempt to identify the source of the contamination.
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reviews of the distribution chain, beginning with the point of sale or service


Explanation:
The term "traceback" denotes the process of reviewing, in reverse, every step in the distribution chain responsible for getting a particular product from the producer to the consumer. For example, if a product is found to be contaminated, a traceback investigation may be used in an attempt to identify the source of the contamination.


    Reference: http://www.wga.com/WhoWeAre/ScienceTech/Resources/Lookforthe...
    Reference: http://www.pma.com/issues/ProduceTracebacks.cfm
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