GS1 has released the latest revision of the GS1 General Specifications Version 17. The global standards address identification and barcode marking for numerous industries. The vast majority of the retailers follow these specifications. The Unique Device Identifier requirements for medical devices by the FDA include the identification standards of GS1 US. Changes to the GS1 General […]
Amazon’s Updated UPC Policy
January 11, 2017 in Standards
In May 2016, Amazon quietly made a significant policy change to the Amazon UPC barcode policy: What does the Amazon UPC barcode policy change mean for your company? This requirement impacts not only new suppliers desiring to sell on Amazon but also existing sellers who risk having their account suspended. Suspended sellers not only lose time and […]
GS1 Barcode Service – New!
November 14, 2016 in New Product
GS1 US is the US organization, which establishes identification standards for various industries (i.e. retail, healthcare) and licenses unique GS1 Company Prefixes, which are necessary to create UPCs. Bar Code Graphics is now is providing companies assistance obtaining, managing and creating UPC barcodes with GS1 Company Prefixes uniquely licensed to each company directly from GS1 […]
ECIA 2D Barcode Certification
September 14, 2016 in Barcode Print Quality
On September 5th, 2016, Bar Code Graphics officially launched the ECIA 2D Barcode Certification portal, http://ecia.identificationlabs.com. Bar Code Graphics was selected by the Electronic Component Industry Association (ECIA) to assist with advancing their entire industry towards 2D barcode adoption. Through a collaborative effort of all the top distributors, Bar Code Graphics was able to create […]
Barcode Testing is the Solution
August 24, 2016 in Bar Code Graphics
At Bar Code Graphics we understand the importance of efficient product handling and high data quality. That’s why having reliable, compliant barcodes that scan accurately the first time – every time – is not only valuable but absolutely necessary. Over the years we have established ourselves as the leader in barcode origination, serving tens of […]
Origins of Bar Code Graphics
July 26, 2016 in Bar Code Graphics
From the first origins of Bar Code Graphics to today, our passion for precision and reliability drives what we do. Your business demands reliable barcodes that scan easily – the first time, every time. With the high cost of non-compliance and performance mistakes, anything less than perfect is unacceptable. And that mission for perfection is […]
GS1 GTIN Management Standard
July 8, 2016 in Standards
The GTIN Allocation Rules are now the GTIN Management Standard. GTIN (Global Trade Item Number) data structures provides the global supply chain solution for the identification of any item that is traded (priced, ordered, invoiced). The new GTIN Management Standard replaces the previous GTIN Allocation Rules. Manufacturers do NOT have to change any previous GTIN assignments. This […]
ECIA Engages Bar Code Graphics
May 11, 2016 in Bar Code Graphics
The Electronics Component Industry Association (ECIA) announced a comprehensive engagement with Bar Code Graphics, Inc. to facilitate broader industry adoption of ECIA 2D bar code technology within the authorized component supplier community. Recognizing the cost savings and efficiency of supply chain adoption of this technology, ECIA published the EIGP 114.00 document for 2D Barcode Labeling […]
Amazon Barcode Requirements
May 3, 2016 in Bar Code Graphics
Bar Code Graphics offers STOCK PRINTED LABELS on Amazon, and in the process of becoming an Amazon Seller, we gained an understanding as to what Amazon barcode requirements and what they require in regards to UPC numbers for items being shipped to Amazon for Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA). Here are the most important things we learned regarding Amazon barcode […]
Barcode Verification > Print Quality
February 26, 2016 in Barcode Print Quality
Barcode Verification is more than Print Quality Paul took his UPC barcode to the local grocery store and asked the cashier to scan it. He was told, “Sorry. It doesn’t work”. It scanned previously with a grade of A, so he couldn’t figure out the problem. This type of miscommunication is common between vendors and […]
