This week on the Mr. Beacon Podcast we welcome IBM's Wiggs Civitillo to discuss IBM Food Trust. This innovative project, powered by blockchain technology, enhances food safety and sustainability in supply chains. Explore the impact of GS1 and EPCIS standards, as well as the collaboration with iFoodDS, poised to revolutionize global food traceability. https://bit.ly/46U3iLE

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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro to IBM Food Trust
1:33 - Wiggs Civitillo from IBM
6:00 - Story of IBM Food Trust
9:08 - Changing the culture of food authenticity
11:50 - Is the blockchain for IBM Food Trust sustainable
14:37 - How IBM Food Trust works for business owners
20:25 - What is the visibility of the products like?
24:25 - EPCIS, GS1, and FSMA Rule 204
33:00 - iFoodDS partnership
42:07 - Steve's history with IBM
44:00 - Wiggs describes IBM's business in 2023
47:40 - Wiggs' schooling and career
52:30 - Wiggs' three favorite songs

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