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Robert Barbour, Group Data and Insights Director for Travis Perkins plc, joins GS1 UK board to aid standardisation of construction data
A high-impact leader committed to changing the culture surrounding the use of data in construction, Robert will help GS1 UK develop and refine blueprints for agreements and standards implementation across the industry.
Industry news
09/11/2023
GS1 India: building trust and boosting efficiency with verified product data
Retailers and marketplaces in India are finding a range of important ways to use the product data available in Verified by GS1.
Industry news
02/11/2023
Charlie Bigham's: becoming the fastest growing grocery brand in the UK
Charlie Bigham, founder of the UK’s fastest growing UK grocery brand, shares insights from its 27 years of growth.
Industry news
31/10/2023
re-universe: powering pioneering reuse and recycling initiatives
How re-universe's ground-breaking digital reuse pilot at Blenheim Palace provides a blueprint for the future of returnable containers.
Industry news
19/10/2023
GS1 UK win team of the year at the Memcom Excellence Awards
The award recognises excellence in teamwork, demonstrating how GS1 UK’s collaborative, inclusive and strategic approach has driven growth with purpose and greater value to the totality of their membership.
Industry news
10/10/2023
Building Safety Act 2022: what to expect from upcoming legislation
October 2023 is an important month for the UK construction sector with a variety of legislative changes expected to come into force.
Industry news
27/09/2023
GS1 UK invites brands to help design the future of retail
After celebrating the barcode’s 50th birthday, GS1 UK have announced the launch of a new pilot programme that will harness the power of its 59,000 strong membership to shape the future of retail.
Industry news
15/09/2023
Ensure vital information on buildings and the materials used in their construction is captured to prevent future safety scandals
As highlighted by the recent RAAC school closure scandal, the unique identity of every product, material and location involved in the construction of public buildings should be captured and shared using a global data language to prevent safety blunders.
Industry news
11/09/2023
Professor Sir Terence Stephenson: “all NHS trusts must use barcodes to locate high-risk devices”
In a recent interview with the Daily Telegraph, GS1 UK president Professor Sir Terence Stephenson, explained why every patient should be given a barcode.
Opinion piece
31/08/2023
DLUHC says ‘golden thread’ building information could be stored on multiple systems
In response to feedback from industry, the Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities (DLUHC) has said that the “golden thread” of building safety information can be stored in multiple systems, highlighting the need for interoperability.
Industry news
23/08/2023