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 […]
Difference Between Barcode Testing & Barcode Certification
February 9, 2024 in Barcode Print Quality
Barcode Testing and Barcode Certification Explained In today’s retail and manufacturing sectors, barcodes play a crucial role in ensuring efficient supply chains and retail operations. They are essential to inventory management, tracking, and accurate data capture at point-of-sale systems. As such, the quality of the barcode, both on items and logistic cartons, is paramount. But […]
GS1 General Specifications Updated
February 1, 2024 in Standards
GS1 global standards define how items are identified and marked. Although GS1 confusingly markets itself as the source to apply for a barcode, it is their standards that provide the framework for the identification of many industries. The master document is referred to as the GS1 General Specifications Version 24. Companies rely on their licensing […]
The Barcode on Products is Getting Upgraded
January 8, 2024 in Digital Link
The UPC is Evolving Into a QR Code2D Barcodes: Enhancing Shopping By Empowering Consumers Information at Consumers’ Fingertips You might have scanned QR codes 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 […]
