7. Main Innovation

E-co.lab represents a significant advance in innovation for the certification market, providing greater reliability and security through Blockchain technology and Participatory Guarantee Systems (SPG):

1. National and International Context: 1.1. In the national scenario, traditional certifications often face challenges of transparency, traceability and trust. 1.2. Internationally, the search for sustainable practices and product authenticity are also growing concerns.

2. Proposed Innovation: 2.1. E-co.lab proposes the use of Blockchain to register and validate certifications, ensuring data integrity. 2.1.1. Blockchain technology is a distributed digital ledger, shared among several parties. 2.1.2. Each participant has an exact copy of the records, continuously updated and verifiable at any time. 2.2. The combination of Blockchain with SPG allows the community and other interested parties to be involved in validation, increasing trust. 2.2.1. SPGs are based on the collective responsibility of the system’s members, such as producers, consumers and technicians. 2.3. Main innovations: 2.3.1. Transparency: All activities are visible and traceable, eliminating the need for intermediaries. 2.3.2. Immutability: Once registered, information cannot be changed, ensuring data integrity. 2.3.3. Active Participation: Members validate and guarantee the quality of products. 2.3.4. Community Involvement: The local community can actively participate in certification, increasing trust.

3. Comparison with Existing Technologies: 3.1. Traditional certifications often rely on central authorities and bureaucratic processes, and can be slow and expensive. 3.2. The use of Blockchain overcomes these limitations by offering transparency, immutability and decentralization. 3.2.1. Decentralization: Blockchain eliminates the need for intermediaries. 3.2.2. Agility: Faster and more efficient processes. 3.2.3. Trust: Active community participation increases the reliability of certifications.

4. Import Restrictions: 4.1. Blockchain innovation is not subject to import restrictions, as it is a technology that can be developed remotely and implemented locally. 4.1.1. This strengthens Brazil's autonomy and ability to create its own technological solutions, even in locations outside its territory.