About
Retraced is the AI-first supply chain intelligence platform purpose-built for the fashion and textile industry. It unifies sourcing, product compliance, and supplier lifecycle collaboration into a single connected system, giving every stakeholder — from sourcing managers to sustainability teams — the trusted data they need to act with confidence. At its core, Retraced automates the most time-consuming compliance workflows. Its Certified Materials Management engine automatically validates and reconciles certificates, purchase orders, and shipments, eliminating months of manual verification work. The platform's Risk Management Module proactively surfaces supplier-level risks, while its Traceability features map product journeys across multi-tier supply chains. Retraced is built for regulatory readiness, supporting frameworks like CSDDD, LKSG, Loi AGEC, ESG laws, and Anti-Slavery Acts. Its Digital Product Passport capabilities help brands meet emerging EU traceability mandates. For IT teams, the platform integrates verified supply chain data directly into ERP, PLM, and DPP workflows with SKU- and EPC-level identifier management. The platform's network effect means suppliers share verified data once and stay aligned with all their buyers, reducing duplication. Whether you're a global fashion brand or a textile supplier, Retraced provides the data foundation for resilient, compliant, and sustainable supply chains.
Key Features
- Certified Materials Management: Automatically validates and reconciles certified material claims against certificates, orders, and shipments — eliminating manual verification at scale.
- Supply Chain Traceability: Maps product journeys across multi-tier supply chains, providing full visibility from raw material to finished product.
- Regulatory Compliance Automation: Supports CSDDD, LKSG, Loi AGEC, ESG laws, and Anti-Slavery Acts with automated document collection and audit-ready reporting.
- Digital Product Passport (DPP): Generates EU-compliant Digital Product Passports with verified supply chain data managed at the SKU and EPC identifier level.
- ERP & PLM Integration: Connects verified supply chain data directly into existing ERP, PLM, and DPP workflows for seamless data flow across enterprise systems.
Use Cases
- A global fashion brand uses Retraced to automate CSDDD compliance by collecting supplier documents, validating certifications, and generating audit-ready reports across a multi-tier supply chain.
- A sustainability team consolidates all ESG, traceability, and certification data in Retraced to track progress against sustainability targets and communicate verified impact to stakeholders.
- An IT department integrates Retraced's verified supply chain data into their ERP and PLM systems using the platform's API, creating a single source of truth for product compliance data.
- A sourcing manager uses Retraced's supplier lifecycle management features to vet new suppliers, monitor ongoing certifications, and collaborate with compliance teams on risk assessments.
- A textile supplier connects to the Retraced network to share verified material and certification data once with multiple brand buyers, reducing repetitive data requests and administrative overhead.
Pros
- End-to-End Compliance Coverage: Supports a wide range of global sustainability regulations (CSDDD, LKSG, Loi AGEC, ESG, Anti-Slavery Acts) in a single platform, reducing the need for multiple tools.
- AI-Driven Automation: Automates certificate validation, document collection, and risk flagging, freeing compliance and sustainability teams from repetitive manual tasks.
- Collaborative Supplier Network: Suppliers share verified data once and it flows to all connected buyers, dramatically reducing duplicated effort across the supply chain.
- Role-Based Stakeholder Views: Tailored dashboards and workflows for sourcing managers, compliance officers, IT teams, sustainability teams, and vendor merchandisers.
Cons
- Enterprise-Focused Pricing: Designed for mid-to-large fashion brands and suppliers, which may make it cost-prohibitive for smaller businesses or independent designers.
- Fashion & Textile Niche: The platform is purpose-built for fashion and textile supply chains, limiting its applicability for companies in other industries.
- Implementation Complexity: Integrating with existing ERP, PLM, and legacy systems may require significant IT involvement and onboarding time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What regulations does Retraced support?
Retraced supports a broad range of sustainability and compliance regulations including CSDDD (EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive), LKSG (German Supply Chain Act), Loi AGEC (French anti-waste law), ESG reporting laws, Anti-Slavery Acts, and EU Digital Product Passport requirements.
How does Retraced's Certified Materials Management work?
The platform automatically validates and reconciles your certified material claims by cross-referencing certificates, purchase orders, and shipment data. This eliminates the need for manual verification and speeds up compliance reporting significantly.
Can Retraced integrate with our existing ERP or PLM system?
Yes. Retraced is designed for enterprise integration and can connect verified supply chain data directly into ERP, PLM, and DPP workflows. It supports SKU- and EPC-level identifier management for precise data alignment.
Who is Retraced designed for?
Retraced serves multiple roles within fashion and textile organizations, including sourcing managers, compliance officers, IT teams, sustainability teams, and vendor-side merchandisers. It is also used by textile suppliers to share verified product and material data with their buyers.
What is a Digital Product Passport and does Retraced support it?
A Digital Product Passport (DPP) is an EU-mandated digital record that carries product lifecycle and sustainability information. Retraced supports DPP creation and management using verified supply chain data, helping brands prepare for upcoming EU regulations.
