GS-1 barcodes: Boost your product registrations
The GS-1 barcode is being used more and more intensively in industry. Many organizations are looking for smart ways to gain visibility into product and process data. In addition to the standard barcode and QR code, the GS-1 barcode is on the rise. And for good reason.
GS-1 barcode, what exactly is it
The GS-1 barcode is an international standard for easily capturing multiple product or process properties digitally and making them available for various purposes. Visually, the GS-1 code resembles a standard barcode with the major difference being that the GS-1 barcode contains multiple properties. This allows businesses, as well as individuals, to easily obtain information about the origin of materials. But for example, the GS-1 barcode also plays a major role in sustainability (origin information, recycling) to provide insight into the footprint of products.
GS-1 barcode benefits and applications
- Unique product identification: GS1 codes provide unique identification for each product produced. This helps identify, track and trace products throughout their life cycle, from production to distribution and sales. It also facilitates inventory management and reduces ordering and delivery errors.
- Accurate traceability: GS1 codes facilitate product traceability throughout the supply chain. In case of recalls, companies can quickly and accurately identify and recall products from the market, reducing the impact of recalls on the environment and public health.
- Sustainability and packaging: GS1 codes can also help improve sustainability in the supply chain. GS1 codes allow manufacturing companies to share information about products and packaging, such as dimensions, weight and material use. This enables companies to develop more efficient packaging methods, reducing material waste and optimizing transportation and storage costs.
GS-1 barcodes in digital forms
All the information stored in the GS-1 code can easily be read in several lines in a smart digital form. This form can then be used to control a specific business process. Examples include complaint handling or inventory management. In addition to the high processing speed, the desired data is always accurate and can be used for extensive data analysis.
Want to know more about the GS-1 barcode?
In the Netherlands there is a special organization for GS-1 barcode activities. Here you will find many applications and advice.
GS-1 code at Amixo
It’s not a pipe dream. Our customer Amixo is striving for a paperless factory and has the GS-1 barcode in use on its digital forms. Of course, without complicated IT codes, it can be used in any type of form as standard functionality within the application.
Do you also want to take the first steps with smart digital forms and are interested in this feature? Then make a no-obligation demo appointment. We probably have more pleasant features hidden in our application to start digitizing work processes.
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