By the beginning of 2027, every point of sale (POS) system must be able to scan 2D barcodes such as QR codes in the GS1 ...
The UPC barcode, appearing as a sequence of vertical lines on a product label, revolutionized the retail industry 50 years ago by automating price lookup at checkout. While the technology has endured, ...
June 26, 1974 was an historical milestone that changed the shopping experience: That’s the date the first item was ever scanned with a barcode. Juicy Fruit gum at a supermarket in Troy, Ohio, became ...
Today, millions of businesses around the world power commerce with GS1 Barcode Standards. GS1, the not-for-profit organization behind global barcode standards, has a bold goal designed to help ...
The pinstriped lines of barcodes past are going the way of the vinyl LP – at least for many applications. Instead of the staid black-and-white bars, you are likely to find a chaotic looking area of ...
Analyst Insight: In the ever-evolving landscape of global supply chains, the need for increased efficiency and adaptability has never been more crucial. The amalgamation of digital literacy, ...
Next year will mark 50 years since the first product barcode was scanned. The simple system of lines, spaces, and numbers has helped track inventory and scan physical product prices. But what if it ...
Ed. Note: This article was previously posted at Retail TouchPoints. It’s hard to believe that the invention of the UPC—first used by railroads almost 100 years ago and then introduced to speed grocery ...
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