A Proven Mechanism for Consumer Engagement Despite how much we instruct our children to stay off their phones, consumers of all ages today rely on their phones for immediate access to websites and information. Business establishments and manufacturers are quickly turning to QR Codes as an easy-to-implement solution to connect with their customers. Our label […]
Barcode Chargebacks Caused By Abrasion & Smudging
May 9, 2022 in Barcode Print Quality
“How Could This Possibly Be My Responsibility?” said Supplier Who Received The Offset Receiving barcode compliance offset charges quite often makes suppliers cringe. We should know because our testing division, Identification Labs, administers and validates barcode compliance charges for many retailers and distributors. The companies which utilize our services trust our lab to provide unbiased […]
Assign GTINs To Your Products Like A Pro
April 13, 2022 in GS1 UPC Barcodes
Alternative to Support from Our GS1 Barcode Consultants As an alternative to relying on our GS1 barcode consultants for UPC barcode implementation, companies can optionally take educational classes from GS1 to correctly assign and implement GTINs. As the global standards organization, GS1 offers an array of live classes and webinars enabling companies to learn specifics […]
Amazon FNSKU Labels For FBA Shipments
April 6, 2022 in Amazon
Amazon has varying channels that enable manufacturers to sell directly to consumers. The Fulfillment By Amazon (FBA) option utilizes numerous Amazon distribution centers around the globe and is strategically used by many companies. Although Amazon does have stated GTIN policies, they also have proprietary identifiers, such as ASIN, and non-standardized processes. The FBA program requires […]
The Ramifications of Cheap UPC Barcodes
April 1, 2022 in GS1 UPC Barcodes
Our GS1 Barcode consultants are on the front line working with companies interested in implementing UPC barcodes, and routinely field inquiries from companies confused and angered about UPC codes (GTINs). Those who are confused are normally overwhelmed with conflicting information posted online and in videos about UPC and barcodes. They are enticed by the notion […]
Why Is My Barcode Not Scanning At My Local Store?
March 23, 2022 in Barcode Print Quality
Our GS1 barcode consultants fields questions every day involving UPC identification and barcodes. One of the most frequently asked questions is “Why is my barcode not scanning when I take it to my local store?” It is very common for someone to obtain a GS1 UPC barcode and immediately take a printed sample to a […]
GS1 General Specifications Version 22 Updated
January 31, 2022 in Standards
GS1 global standards define how items are identified and marked. Although GS1 confusingly markets itself as the source to apply for a barcode, it is really their standards that provide the framework for the identification for many industries. The master document is referred to as the GS1 General Specifications Version 22. Companies rely on their […]
How Successful Brands Use GTINs In Social and E-commerce Platforms
January 12, 2022 in GS1 UPC Barcodes
Retail Today Is In The Palms of Every Consumer’s Hands While brick-and-mortar is very much alive, many shoppers are inadvertently turning to popular social and e-commerce channels for purchases. In the past decade, e-commerce and social channels have been disrupting retail models and accelerating change – it is very likely to continue to evolve. E-commerce […]
Get UPC Bar Codes From The US Authority
December 10, 2021 in GS1 UPC Barcodes
Whether you are selling in stores, online or both, it is imperative to use UPC bar codes associated with your brand. This means that when retailers and marketplaces, such as Amazon, validate your UPC on the GS1 Company Database, your company is listed as the licensee. As the US Barcode Authority, we produce over 1,000,000 […]
Barcode Compliance Charges Are on The Rise
October 12, 2021 in Barcode Print Quality
Since 1997 we have been administering barcode compliance programs for major retailers and there is always a significant increase in logistical barcode infractions during the fall. Due to apparent training challenges, the recent volume of non-compliant barcodes and subsequent offset expenses has been astronomical. Many suppliers view barcode compliance charges as a “profit center” for […]
