GS1 2D barcodes enhance retail inventory and traceability

GS1 Singapore is leading a revolution in retail operations with the introduction of 2D barcodes that go beyond traditional product identification. Christopher Ang, CEO of GS1 Singapore, outlined the impact these barcodes are poised to have on the global retail landscape.

“Consider GS1 2D barcodes as the supercharged upgrades,” Ang stated. Unlike traditional barcodes that only provide a product ID, these 2D barcodes act as tiny data vaults, storing extensive information from numbers to expiry dates and manufacturer details all in one compact square. “Imagine a tiny Data Vault holding tons of information, not just a product ID,” Ang elaborated.

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