With less than 18 months until the 2027 Sunrise Date for GS1 Digital Link adoption, many retailers and manufactures are now strategizing on 2D barcode implementation. The interim adoption mandates that both an existing linear barcode (UPC/EAN) and specially formatted 2D (QR code) be included on packages, while retailers across all categories updates their scanning […]
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Mobile Readiness: Step One For A Digital Link Strategy
March 10, 2025 in GS1 Digital Link
Our GS1 Consultants Identify A Critical Hurdle In the evolving landscape of product identification and consumer engagement, the 2027 GS1 Digital Link Sunrise date is approaching faster than many brands realize. Companies that leverage regular check-ins with their dedicated GS1 consultant gain crucial advantages in navigating this transition successfully. Our GS1 Support team, which assists […]
Prepare for 2027: 2D Digital Link Barcode Certification
January 15, 2025 in GS1 Digital Link
GS1 Digital Link Barcode Testing Service Announcement As the retail industry prepares for a monumental shift toward the adoption of GS1 Digital Link barcodes, businesses must adapt to new standards to remain competitive and compliant. Identification Labs, the barcode print quality testing division of Bar Code Graphics, is proud to announce our latest service: GS1 […]
UPC Barcodes Are Set to Be Replaced Starting 2027
January 18, 2023 in GS1 Digital Link
GS1 Digital Link – GTINs With Digital Consumer Engagement June 26th of next year (2024) will mark the 50th anniversary of the first UPC scanned in a grocery store. Since then, UPC identification and barcodes have revolutionized retail and supply chain efficiencies for numerous industries. Whereas the UPC currently acts as a figurative license plate […]