The
GS1 System is an integrated system of global standards that provides for
accurate identification and communication of information regarding products,
assets, services and locations. It is the most implemented supply chain
standards system in the world.
The GS1 System is the foundation of a wide range of efficiency-building
supply chain applications and solutions. Based on GS1
Identification Keys, a common recurring set of identification keys,
the GS1 System is composed of a number of key product areas:
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Global data and application standards for bar codes that use the
globally recognised GS1
Identification Keys to automatically identify things such as trade
items, locations, logistic units, and assets. |
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Global standards for electronic business messaging that allow rapid,
efficient and accurate automatic electronic transmission of agreed
business data between trading partners. Based on two components: GS1
EANCOM and GS1
XML. |
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GS1net is a Data Syncronisation Solution that is used for GS1 members
in New Zealand and Australia. GS1net is now a part the the GDSN™. |
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The Global Data Synchronisation Network™ (GDSN™) is an automated, standards-based, global environment that enables secure and continuous data synchronisation , allowing all partners to have consistent item data in their systems at the same time. Global Product Classification (GPC) is a key component of GDSN , enabling effective category management. |
A new global standards system that combines RFID (radio frequency identification)
technology, existing communications network infrastructure and the Electronic
Product Code (a number for uniquely identifying an item i.e. A serialised
GTIN) to enable immediate and automatic identification and tracking of
an item through the whole supply chain globally, resulting in improved
efficiency and visibility of the supply chain.
GS1 also offers solutions integrating a number of GS1 products. Traceability is a robust solution for tracking and tracing items through the food supply chain. Patient Safety ensures prevention of medical errors and counterfeiting through the healthcare supply chain. We also have Solution Providers that will work with us and you to deliver solutions encompassing the GS1 System