We believe technology is and will be instrumental in creating open, accurate and accessible knowledge about material things. Here we showcase our technical notes, research and development and new things that interest us. Expect: a lots about the blockchain, Ðapps, Internet of things and open data.
Food brands have always recognised the importance of sourcing the right ingredients. Choosing where ingredients come from is a critical choice in determining the final quality of the product. But given its…
This report was a collaboration between Provenance, the Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) and the ISEAL Alliance which includes Fairtrade, MSC, FSC, LEAF, RSPO, Rainforest Alliance, Better Cotton Initiative, UTZ and Bonsucro. The…
Provenance has partnered with the Swedish Agency for Growth Policy Analysis Agency (Growth Analysis), to explore how blockchain technology can help to valorise sustainable practices in the Rare Earth Elements mining sector….
Victor Maia presenting Moon on the main stage. In early November, Provenance took part in the fourth edition of the annual Ethereum development Conference (Devcon3) in Cancùn, Mexico. Let’s reflect on a…
Based on a collaboration with ISEAL members (above), Provenance answers some of the questions that often come up when discussing blockchain technology with certifiers, auditors and assurance providers. When it comes to…
We’re now working with the ISEAL Innovations Fund to take part in Blockchain Revolution: a pilot project led by the Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials.
From QR codes to 3D scanning, we explore different tagging methods for linking physical products with digital information.
With a shared mission for fair trading in supply chains, we’ve partnered with Fairfood to design the first-ever mechanism visualising proof of payment, data stored on the blockchain.
Whether online or in-store, how can shoppers trust and interact with certification marks? What are the technicalities behind using Provenance technology to digitise certification?
Provenance and Sourcemap link their platforms for supply chain transparency, enabling businesses to map their supply chain, gather data, and track verified claims with the movement of product.
The European Ethereum Development Conference in session, exploring technology, research and applications built on the Ethereum platform. Thibaut Schaeffer from the Provenance team shares notes from EDCON: a two-day event examining the…
The Provenance app showcasing the journey of fresh produce and its data through the supply chain. What’s the future of sustainability certifications? Can we track food in real time, through a supply…
Agricultural workers in Asia, particularly those in Myanmar, earn only up to £1.96 per day during monsoon season, and up to £2.75 during dry season. How can tech help improve living wages,…
Like any game, blockchain deals with rules applying to many participants. How do blockchains differ from the centralised systems used by such services as Paypal and Airbnb? And why does it matter?…
Tea leaves at Qiujiang Road in Shanghai: 2016’s host city for Devcon2. Our own blockchain expert, Thibaut Schaeffer, gives a round-up of his experience at this year’s Shanghai-based Ethereum Developer Conference, addressing…
Tuna fishing boat in Asilulu, Maluku. How can we ensure the fish we buy is slavery free? The Provenance team piloted blockchain technology to track key data along tuna supply chains in…
Batch 24 of Oh Pickle!’s Sweet Chili Jam at Foodshed Co-op Brighton As of December 2015, there are around five million small firms in the UK, employing half of the country’s workforce…
Towards peer-to-peer interaction of a global scale. Provenance developer Thibaut Schaeffer provides an introduction to some of the groundbreaking technologies we use to power trusted transparency. Blockchain: a shared information system innovating…