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The evidence for Scan4Safety is stronger than ever. Now we need to turn it into action
Following the launch of our new independent report into Scan4Safety, George Lawton, head of healthcare, explains why the evidence is stronger than ever and what needs to happen next.
Industry news
21/09/2026
DRS countdown approaches: what businesses need to know
Discover the latest DRS developments and what producers and retailers should be doing as the one year countdown approaches.
Industry news
09/09/2026
How does Scan4Safety reduce medication errors and improve patient safety?
David Milligan, head of medicines procurement and Kristy McGlynn, digital medicines pharmacist at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) explain the importance of adopting automated barcode technology, GS1 standards and the impact on patient safety.
Guest opinion piece
02/09/2026
EU Digital Product Passport Registry goes live
The EU’s Digital Product Passport Registry is now live, marking a major step towards the implementation of Digital Product Passports. Here’s what UK exporters need to know and why getting product data ready should start now.
Industry news
13/08/2026
The impact of missing and inaccurate barcodes on NHS pharmacy services
New GS1 UK survey findings suggest missing, inaccurate and unscannable barcodes on medicines packaging are disrupting pharmacy workflows, increasing reliance on manual processes and limiting the benefits of digital medicines management systems across the NHS.
Industry news
07/08/2026
Construction’s product information problem
Our new research reveals how weak product data is increasing cost, complexity and compliance risk across the built environment.
Industry news
17/07/2026
Exchange for Change update puts DRS barcode readiness on the agenda
Exchange for Change’s latest update on deposit return scheme (DRS) barcodes has given producers another reason to look closely at how their products are identified.
Industry news
06/07/2026
The moment you realise EDI is part of the deal - a story many new suppliers know well
Tony Engleman at GS1 UK partner AdvanceFirst Technologies, reveals what you need to know about EDI.
Industry news
01/07/2026
Amazon FBA made simple: a practical onboarding guide for sellers
A practical guide to Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA), covering when it works, how to prepare your products correctly and the role of GS1 standards in helping you avoid common mistakes.
Industry news
15/06/2026
Oscar Mayer launch new Players World Kitchen range with branded QR codes powered by GS1
As Oscar Mayer’s Players World Kitchen range launches in Asda, branded QR codes powered by GS1 move into a major UK retail setting for the first time.
Industry news
04/06/2026