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Supply chain roles & networks · Working

Chain of custody

Also called: custody trail

ELI5

Documented control and transfer of material or evidence through successive holders.

Used in conversation

“Can we circulate chain of custody with the assumptions and open questions marked?”

Pitch context

You will see “Chain of custody” in operating plans, procurement packs, supplier reviews and supply-chain reports when the discussion reaches supply chain roles & networks.

Why it matters: In supply chain roles & networks, the definition can change ownership, capacity, process, cost or safety decisions.

Sources & evidence · 3

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.