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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
Live bed state: reducing the strain on wards and staff at Leeds Teaching Hospitals
With current bed occupancy levels above 95 per cent, electronic bed and capacity management can help the NHS fix the problem, writes Stephen Bush.
Guest opinion piece
21/08/2023
Buyer insights: Sainsbury's future brands programme
Hear top tips for dealing with buyers and how Sainsbury's challenger brand accelerator programme can help your business thrive.
Industry news
16/08/2023
The Government's mandate for the NHS to adopt barcode technology is positive - but is the NHS ready?
An opinion piece by The Barcode Warehouse's healthcare director, Simon Hemingway on the Government's barcode scanning mandate.
Opinion piece
16/08/2023
The Building Safety Act 2022: key dates and facts you need to know
Introduced to parliament in July 2021, the Building Safety Act 2022 received Royal Assent on 28 April 2022 and came into force from 1 April 2023.
Industry news
09/08/2023
Why sustainability sells: a buyer's perspective
Buyers from Selfridges, Planet Organic and Co-op reveal why sustainability can play a crucial role in securing a listing.
01/08/2023
Navigating packaging challenges
Hear from three founders on creating product packaging that delivers quality, aligns with consumer expectations and supports their sustainability agendas.
Industry news
26/07/2023