5. Open Letter of Commitment - opensupplyhub/supplychaindata.exchange GitHub Wiki
Open Letter of Commitment
Context
The Supply Chain Data Exchange Standard (SC-DEX) is an open, machine-readable JSON data standard developed to streamline the collection, storage, and exchange of supply chain data. This standard is built on principles of interoperability and scalability, allowing for consistent data exchange across different systems while improving transparency and decision-making.
The SC-DEX Open Letter of Commitment invites organizations and technical implementers to join the effort in adopting the standard.
Commitment to SC-DEX
By committing to SC-DEX, organizations align with a community-driven initiative to reduce the inefficiencies caused by data reformatting and duplication. The adoption of SC-DEX enables a standardized approach to supply chain data publication, enhancing data accuracy and reducing processing time.
Commitment Roadmap
The following roadmap outlines the adoption phases for organizations and technical implementers over the next three years:
For Organizations:
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Commitment to adopt SC-DEX |
| 2025 | Recommended implementation by all data service partners |
| 2026 | SC-DEX preferred among data service providers |
| 2027 | Full implementation requested of all service partners |
For Technical Implementers:
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Review compatibility with SC-DEX |
| 2025 | Begin publishing data in SC-DEX format |
| 2026 | Request SC-DEX format from collaborators and partners |
| 2027 | All future feature and tool builds compatible with SC-DEX |
Commitment is phased to allow gradual adoption and data conversion, with full implementation targeted by 2027.
Public Feedback and Participation
The SC-DEX Open Letter of Commitment is currently open for public review. We welcome feedback from all stakeholders. To leave comments, please visit the Google document where you can submit suggestions during the four-week public review period starting October 31st, 2024.
Get Involved
To join the signatory list and commit to SC-DEX, please comment on the document with your details with your intent to commit.
For more information on the development process, governance model, and technical standard, see the links below:
Expanding the Commitment
As the SC-DEX initiative evolves, we recognize the importance of offering different on-ramps for participation. We welcome your feedback on what would be valuable for you and your organization through this survey here
We hope that the broader ecosystem would serve:
- Civil society organizations, researchers, and advocacy groups working toward greater supply chain transparency
- Brands and suppliers that support open data values but are not yet ready to adopt the technical standard
- Public and private actors committed to improving data exchange ecosystems through collaborative infrastructure
And aligns our organizations around shared values, such as:
- Supporting global accessibility and alignment in supply chain data
- Reducing duplication and extractive data practices
- Championing interoperability and openness over siloed systems
- Participating in a trustworthy, inclusive, and transparent data ecosystem
Stay tuned for more information in late 2025.