In today's increasingly complex and globalised supply chains, ensuring the accuracy and accessibility of product data is paramount. Global retailers require a reliable and efficient method for obtaining consistent product information from their suppliers.
TrueSource offers a standardised solution to this challenge, fostering transparency and streamlining data exchange throughout the supply network.
With TrueSource you can simply enter information about your product once, into a single industry-standard data pool allowing you to manage, maintain and share data in one place.
You are able to publish your product data via the Global Data Synchronisation Network (GDSN) to your trading partners. Data published to the GDSN is stored in a consistent, industry standard format and exchanged seamlessly between suppliers and retailers.
As a user TrueSource makes it easier for you to share your product data. With TrueSource you can:
- Enter their product data once, into the easy-to-use TrueSource web portal
- Manage and update their product data in one service, ensuring there is just one single source of accurate and up-to-date data
- Provide their product data to multiple customers – through the same service
Global retailers using GDSN
Benefits of using TrueSource and GDSN
Improved efficiency
Streamline data exchange with your trading partners, eliminating the need for multiple data sources and manual updates.
Reduced costs
Minimise errors and rework associated with inaccurate product data, leading to cost savings across your supply chain.
Informed decision making
Gain valuable insights into product performance and make data-driven decisions to optimise your business strategies.
TrueSource and GDSN in action
Thanks to GDSN you and all your suppliers can share product data in real-time – when your suppliers update their product data, your systems will be updated too.
Getting started with TrueSource
Ready to unlock the power of product data synchronisation? GS1 UK offers a range of resources to help you get started. Contact us today via the form below to learn more about TrueSource and how it can help your business thrive.