Item Unique Identification (IUID) is a systematic process to globally and unambiguously distinguish one item from all other items that DoD buys or owns. IUID-enabled Serialized Item Management (SIM) provides a capability that allows DoD to locate, control, value, and manage its assets throughout the life cycle. Programs should budget, plan for, and implement IUID-enabled SIM as an integral aspect of item identification processes to identify and track applicable major end items and configuration-controlled items. For more information on IUID as a design consideration, see DAG Chapter 4 section 4.3.18.14 [https://acc.dau.mil/dag4.3.18.14]. This sub-topic area contains information on Item Unique Identification.
Also see the IUID Community of Practice [https://acc.dau.mil/uid]for more information on Item Unique Identification in Defense acquisition.
