Invest in Accurate GTIN Product Information Inaccurate and outdated product data can quietly undermine nearly every aspect of business performance—from shipping and logistics to inventory management, sales forecasting, and revenue—affecting the entire modern supply chain. For brands selling on Amazon, the stakes are especially high: incorrect GTINs and product … [Read more...] about Outdated & Inaccurate UPC Product Data: What It’s Really Costing You
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Navigating GTIN Changes
Guide To Understand When New UPCs Are Needed The Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) is a crucial product identifier, serving as a universal reference point for brand owners, retailers, and consumers. Like a fingerprint, a GTIN is unique to each product, ensuring accurate identification across the global supply chain. This uniqueness helps prevent errors, such as shipping the … [Read more...] about Navigating GTIN Changes
The Role of UPCs in Small Business Success
Running a small business is a constant balancing act. Every decision, from inventory management to customer engagement, can significantly impact your bottom line. In such a competitive landscape, small businesses cannot afford to make mistakes, especially regarding product identification and barcodes. One tool that is indispensable for getting it right is the Universal Product … [Read more...] about The Role of UPCs in Small Business Success
GS1 US Celebrates 50-Year Barcode ‘Scanniversary’
EWING, N.J. — GS1 US, the neutral not-for-profit information standards organization best known as the administrator of Universal Product Code (UPC) barcodes, commemorated 50 years since the monumental debut of the first barcode scan ("scanniversary") on June 26, marking a pivotal moment in retail history. On June 26, 1974, a 10-pack of Wrigley's chewing gum adorned with … [Read more...] about GS1 US Celebrates 50-Year Barcode ‘Scanniversary’