The current animal traffic database (TVD) dates back to 2011 and, despite ongoing improvements, its system architecture is no longer state of the art. Identitas AG will therefore be gradually renewing the TVD by 2030, thereby also optimizing usability and mobile capability.
The TVD forms the basis for the traceability of the livestock registered in it. Among other things, this is an important contribution to food safety and the containment of animal diseases. Identitas AG operates the TVD on behalf of the Federal Office for Agriculture and issues unique ear tags for the identification of cloven-hoofed animals.
Time of renewal
The technological basis is getting on in years. At the same time, availability and customer satisfaction with TVD remain very good. Its operation can still be guaranteed. However, new concepts and technologies promise further improvements and increases in efficiency, but ongoing operations must not be disrupted.
In close consultation with TVD users, their needs were assessed and the strategic objectives redefined:
Successful start
To ensure that TVD can continue to be relied on, the focus over the past three years has been on renewing the technical foundation. An initial “Accounting” implementation project has been proving its worth in the desired microservice architecture since 2024. In addition to high availability, the renewed TVD should offer users added value, reduce support costs and offer increased maintenance flexibility.
The other TVD modules will now be gradually replaced over the next few years.
Identitas AG strives for intuitive, modern user guidance with the aim of further improving the needs of mobile solutions in particular. Stakeholders are involved on an ongoing basis so that feedback can be taken into account in further development steps.
Stay tuned! We look forward to keeping you regularly informed about the status of the TVD renewal on this channel.
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