The business case for GS1 DataBar is simple, more data and less space.
GS1 DataBar enables many benefits for retailers, suppliers and consumers. Below are examples of these benefits:
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Enables the unambiguous and extended marking of fresh products with globally unique identification replacing today’s generic information
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Increases accuracy of product identification of loose products by scanning versus key entering PLU codes
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Enables rapid data acquisition of additional data at the POS
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Identifies the manufacturer of variable measurement products
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Enables the Traceability bearing data like Lot Number, Country of Origin, even at individual product level
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Enables more transparency along the supply chain to the consumer as it makes room for more data (i.e. best before dates, batch numbers)
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Facilitates product recalls at individual product level and provides the ability to stop sales of outdated or recalled products
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Maximizes customer experience
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Better shrink control on packaging
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Improves product replenishment / Out-of-Stock anticipation
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Enables Category Management in sectors not covered today
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Helps facilitate Data Synchronization
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Ends 4-digit price limitations on couponing (can code more than $99.99)
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Enables sell by / expiration date management
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Enables Product weight management
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Supports the sales management, especially with variable measured trade items
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Increases the procurement efficiency
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Helps, by the connection of batch number and customer data, to fulfill the requirements of the advanced traceability of animal-based foods (according to the EU Regulation No. 178/2002 in connection with the implementing Regulation No. 931/2011)
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Corresponds to international standards
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Introduces operational saving potential in the long term.
Don’t wait! Start using GS1 DataBar Now! Enjoy the benefits!
For additional information, please visit: www.gs1.org/barcodes/databar
