SEQENS Cosmetics selected VISEO to develop its ACT4s Blockchain solution
Development of a blockchain solution to guarantee traceability of Seqens organic cosmetic actives
Seqens, a global leader in pharmaceutical synthesis and specialty ingredients, has deployed an innovative solution to trace its COSMOS-certified organic actives. This solution, known as ACT4s.com (Active Cosmetic Trust for Seqens), is based on Blockchain technology and ensures full transparency in the production process.
A Differentiating Factor in the Market
In response to increasing customer demands for transparency and traceability, SEQENS Cosmetics offers a unique solution. ACT4S guarantees compliance with the COSMOS standard, from the reception of organic raw materials to their transformation into organic actives. This innovative solution sets Seqens apart in the competitive cosmetic ingredients market.
ACT4S: Active Cosmetic Trust for Seqens
ACT4S is the platform developed by Seqens Cosmetics to track organic-certified cosmetic actives in real-time. It covers the entire process, from the reception of raw materials to the delivery of the finished product. This system ensures that every step of manufacturing adheres to the COSMOS standard, which is a recognized European certification for natural cosmetics.
Easy Tracking for Customers
SEQENS clients can simply log in to ACT4s.com with the product batch number to follow the journey of their organic actives. They can also easily access the related COSMOS certification, adding an extra layer of transparency and trust.
Blockchain: A Complementary Guarantee to Organic Certification
The COSMOS certification is granted by an independent authority after regular audits of sampled transactions. However, Blockchain technology adds an extra layer of security by tracking all transactions in real-time. It prevents any alteration or deletion of data, offering full traceability.
By combining COSMOS certification with Blockchain, Seqens ensures that every batch is certified and compliant with the organic standard, providing unmatched transparency to clients.
VISEO’s Blockchain Expertise
“VISEO’s expertise in Blockchain and their ability to industrialize the solution convinced us” says Emily Combet, IT Project Manager & Business Partner for the Pharmaceutical & Cosmetics divisions at SEQENS.
VISEO successfully translated the business needs into a user-friendly, ergonomic solution that covers the essential steps of the COSMOS standard. The Blockchain system, built on Microsoft Azure, includes around 10 smart contracts, further ensuring the integrity of the process.
A Collaborative Project
The success of this project stemmed from strong collaboration between Seqens’ operational and IT teams. Operational teams clearly expressed their needs, while the IT teams provided an adapted solution that met those requirements.