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Preparing for food labelling changes post-Brexit
Those working in the food industry must prepare for changes to food labels if the UK leaves the European Union (EU) in April without a negotiated trade deal As part of our ongoing commitment to support our members, GS1 UK has been exploring what to do in the case of a no-deal Brexit.
Industry news
28/03/2019

The Food Exchange 2019
The Food Exchange is back next month, run by our community partners Enterprise Nation It’s a must for any start-ups looking to grow their food and drink business and is a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow foodie entrepre
Industry news
27/03/2019

The war on plastic – the first act of an ethical retail revolution
High-profile campaigns around the damaging effects of plastics on the marine environment have turned the tide of public opinion, and brands and retailers are listening Sustained media coverage has seen pl
Industry news
25/03/2019

Interview with Professor Ted Baker, chief inspector of hospitals, Care Quality Commission
Ahead of this year’s GS1 UK healthcare conference, we were lucky enough to interview keynote speaker, Professor Ted Baker, chief inspector of hospitals, Care Quality Commission (CQC). Here Professor Baker
Guest opinion piece
20/03/2019

Lessons that healthcare can learn from the retail world
In a series of blogs from our 2019 healthcare conference sponsors, James Thirkill, vice president and general manager – healthcare at Virtualstock, assesses the ways in which NHS trusts can benefit from retailers’ extensive experience of us
Industry news
13/03/2019

Seller Sessions Corner – March 2019
Read this second blog in our exclusive series with Seller Sessions on the latest industry trends for Amazon sellers.
Industry news
11/03/2019

Members agree that data management is vital for modern business
Industry news
27/02/2019

Lessons that healthcare can learn from the retail world
GS1 standards have already revolutionised the retail sector – now they are shaping the future of healthcare too. It’s no secret that the secretary of state for health and social care, the Rt Hon Matt Hancock, is an avid campaigner for the use of technology in healthcare.
Industry news
25/02/2019

Spotlight on Torchwood Technologies Ltd
In our second 'spotlight on' Q&A, Torchwood Technologies Ltd talk about why SMEs are so important to them Tell us a bit about your company Torchwood Technologies have been operating since 20
Industry news
18/02/2019

How H&M have transformed customer experience using global retail standards
GS1 standards are helping to improve operational efficiencies for one of the world’s largest fashion retailers.
Industry news
13/02/2019