For small businesses, getting your product on store shelves is a big accomplishment. Before you can celebrate, there’s a few important details that you need to get right: obtaining authentic GS1 brand-licensed GTINs and placing the UPC barcode on your product packaging. The UPC is more than just a barcode—it’s a crucial part of your […]
Digital Barcode EPS File Validation Tool
August 1, 2024 in Bar Code Graphics
Free Proofing Tool Exclusively For Createbarcodes.com Aside from being the only UCC/GS1 certified software to create high precision digital .eps barcode files, www.createbarcodes.com also includes a complimentary digital proofing tool. The “EPS Validator” is an essential utility to proof digital barcode files produced by our website (www.createbarcodes.com). Since barcode verification is impossible unless a barcode […]
The Importance of Authorized ISBN Numbers
August 1, 2024 in Book Identification
The Importance of Getting an Authorized and Legitimate ISBN Number The ISBN connects important details about your book: what it is, who wrote it, and what it’s about. Since the ISBN is closely tied to the book itself, it’s important to know exactly what you’re buying and who you’re buying it from. One key part […]
Hidden Barcode Pitfalls: Printing from PDFs
July 24, 2024 in Barcode Print Quality
Printing barcodes from PDF files can present significant challenges that often go unnoticed until it’s too late. Unlike text and images, poor barcode print quality isn’t always apparent to the naked eye, leading to non-scannable barcodes that can cause substantial financial penalties. Companies like Amazon impose a $0.25 charge for each item requiring manual relabeling, […]
Celebrating 50 Years of the UPC Barcode
June 26, 2024 in GS1 UPC Barcodes
The First Scan That Revolutionized Commerce Today, June 26, 2024, marks a momentous milestone in the world of commerce—the 50th anniversary of the first UPC barcode scanned. Since our organization is deeply entrenched in barcode implementation, we proudly reflect on the incredible journey of this tiny yet mighty technological marvel. The Universal Product Code (UPC) […]
Barcode Compliance Issues: Smudging & Abrasion
June 11, 2024 in Barcode Print Quality
“How Could This Possibly Be My Responsibility?” said the Supplier Who Received The OffsetReceiving 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 that utilize our services trust our lab to provide unbiased […]
2D Barcodes on Products Offer Significant Benefits
May 22, 2024 in QR Codes
2D Barcodes: Enhancing Shopping By Empowering Consumers Information at Consumers’ Fingertips You might have scanned a 2D Barcode (QR code) on your smartphone to access a menu or get a coupon, but did you know that 2D barcodes can provide much more detailed information? Click Here To See What is PossibleImplications for BusinessesToday, the top […]
Barcode Offset Expense Charges in 2024
May 16, 2024 in Barcode Print Quality
For over twenty-six years, we have administered barcode certification and compliance programs for major US retailers. The retail industry has dramatically changed in recent years, and the focus on supply chain efficiency has never been greater. Many suppliers view barcode compliance charges as a “profit center” for retailers, but as an unbiased testing center, we […]
How To Get UPC Barcodes For Amazon (Updated)
After establishing an account on Amazon’s Seller Central, one of the first things a company needs to do is confirm they have valid company-licensed UPCs assigned to their products. Product UPCs (GTINs) are a necessity for most branded items in the Amazon online marketplace. In recent years, Amazon has made correct barcode identification a priority […]
Music Industry Identifiers: UPC vs ISRC
February 22, 2024 in Standards
UPC vs. ISRC: What’s The Difference?In the last twenty years, there has been a notable shift in the music industry. The days of buying CDs and vinyl have mostly given way to the use of internet streaming services like Apple Music, Spotify, and Amazon Music. This change had many benefits but also presented difficulties, requiring […]
