EP 475: The Pivotal Role of Barcodes in Supply Chain Management with GS1

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Barcodes are often underrated and underappreciated, but they play a pivotal role in product safety, efficiency, and movement within the global supply chain. In today’s episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Reid Jackson, Vice President of Business Development at GS1 US, gives us the rundown on UPC barcodes and their role as passports for products in the supply chain. GS1 is renowned for setting the global standard in the supply chain, famously known for introducing the UPC barcode, an innovation that revolutionized retail and beyond. This episode delves into the foundational role of GS1 in standardization, its evolution alongside technology, and the future of supply chains.

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