Trust

Option to exchange data confidentially with unknown parties

Within supply chains and logistics processes, it is common for parties to require data from a data owner with whom they do not have a direct relationship. For example, when a carrier outsources an assignment to a temporary partner, subcontractor or another link in the chain. The BDI makes it possible to automatically record which parties are authorised to act on behalf of another party. The data owner can then assess, case by case, whether a party is granted access to specific data, either manually or automatically. A reputation and trust mechanism can support this process. This enables even unknown parties, without a direct contractual relationship, to exchange data securely and with confidence.

Small parties can easily sign up

The BDI uses open standards. As a result, not only large organizations, but also smaller parties can relatively easily connect and exchange data within a supply chain or ecosystem. Once organizations join a local subnet (the BDI association) and comply with the applicable agreements and conditions, they can participate in the network and collaberate securily with other parties.

Privacy is guaranteed

Within the BDI framework, it is not necessary to share all privacy-sensitive information in order to collaborate in a trusted manner. The BDI supports the use of an independent party that can verify identities, roles and authorizations without making sensitive information fully visible to other parties. For example, someone can be automatically authorized to access certain data on behalf of an organisation, while privacy-sensitive information remains protected and encrypted.