Originids
Originid is a term used in data provenance to describe a persistent identifier that encodes the origin and history of an item. It functions as a unique reference that can be used across systems to trace the source, creation time, and subsequent transformations of an asset, whether a physical product, a digital file, or a data record.
A typical originid combines a stable identity component (such as a factory code or creator ID) with
In practice, originids support provenance graphs by linking to parent originids, enabling a history chain. They
Applications include supply chain tracking, compliance auditing, data sharing and reproducibility in science, and digital forensics.
Standards and adoption vary; originid concepts align with established provenance frameworks such as the W3C PROV
Challenges include privacy concerns, interoperability across heterogeneous systems, performance overhead, and the need for secure key