Next Level Supply Chain with GS1 US28 Helmi 2024

Behind the Barcode: Mastering 2D Barcodes with GS1 US's Gena Morgan

Keeping track of product information and inventory with multiple barcode types can be tricky for businesses.

Gena Morgan, who leads the standards team at GS1 US, shares valuable insights into the world of barcodes, specifically focusing on the transition from traditional 1D barcodes to 2D barcodes and the importance of GS1 standards in driving industry adoption. Gena explains the technical differences between traditional linear barcodes and 2D barcodes, such as QR codes and GS1 DataMatrix, highlighting the increased data capacity and smaller footprint of 2D barcodes.

She elaborates on the potential consumer and business benefits, emphasizing the ability of 2D barcodes to provide more accurate and direct information to consumers, streamline supply chain processes for brands and retailers, and enable functionalities such as product recalls and promotions. The discussion delves into the challenges and opportunities presented by the transition to 2D barcodes, as well as the support and resources available for brands looking to embark on this journey. Gena's expertise on the subject makes for an enlightening and informative conversation, encouraging businesses to consider the advantages of 2D barcodes and GS1 standards in their operations.

Key takeaways:

The transition from traditional barcodes to 2D barcodes allows brands to provide information to consumers and tailor experiences.
The adoption of 2D barcodes in the industry allows products to carry more data in a smaller footprint.
GS1 US supports brands transitioning to 2D barcodes and GS1 digital link standards with pilot programs and toolkits.

Connect with GS1 US:

Our website - www.gs1us.org

GS1 US on LinkedIn

Connect with guest:

Gena Morgan on LinkedIn

Resources:

Learn More About 2D Barcodes

Resources for the Transition from 1D to 2D Barcodes

Fresenius Kabi Infuses Safety from Production to Patient with Unit-of-Use 2D Barcodes

Tämä jakso on lisätty Podme-palveluun avoimen RSS-syötteen kautta eikä se ole Podmen omaa tuotantoa. Siksi jakso saattaa sisältää mainontaa.

Jaksot(100)

From 10 Digits to 12: Inside the FDA's New NDC Format

The National Drug Code (NDC) is a critical identifier used throughout the healthcare supply chain, supporting product identification across manufacturers, distributors, pharmacies, providers, payers, ...

12 Elo 28min

Building Food Traceability for FSMA 204 Compliance

Behind every piece of fresh produce is a complex supply chain working to ensure food reaches store shelves safely, and new traceability requirements are changing how that work gets done. In this episo...

29 Heinä 26min

Supply Chain 2050: AI, Robotics, and Trust in the Physical World

Supply chain transformation is no longer just about efficiency. It is about resilience, intelligence, and trust across every layer of the system. In this episode, Reid Jackson and Liz Sertl were at GS...

15 Heinä 43min

(Replay) What Retailers Can Learn from Carter's RFID Journey

Carter's has achieved a milestone that many retailers considered out of reach. In only three months, Carter's implemented RFID technology in 700 stores, boosting inventory accuracy at the item level w...

24 Kesä 34min

Preventing Loss and Driving Revenue with Operational Analytics

Data might be abundant, but turning it into actionable insights is far more complex than it seems. In this episode, Reid Jackson and Liz Sertl chat with Russ Hawkins, President and CEO of Agilence Inc...

3 Kesä 42min

Seasoned from the Start: Spice Sourcing, Tariffs, and Trust-Based Farming at Burlap & Barrel

Most people don't think twice about the spice jar on their shelf. But behind it is a supply chain that can pass through 20 different hands — and that's exactly where quality, safety, and accountabilit...

13 Touko 39min

Food for Thought: Why Better Data Matters in Food Safety

If a product is contaminated, it can now be traced and removed from shelves within days, not weeks—thanks to the advanced technology available today. In this episode, Reid Jackson and Liz Sertl speak...

29 Huhti 41min

Small Shift, Big Lift? Why NDC-12 Impacts Your Entire Supply Chain

NDC-12 might seem like a minor data change. But in practice, it affects far more than the code itself. In this episode, Reid Jackson and Liz Sertl speak with Rose Campasano, Principal Consultant of G...

15 Huhti 38min