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Farmlands expands use of GS1’s National Product Catalogue
Farmlands is taking the next step in its digital transformation journey by increasing its use of the GS1 New Zealand National Product Catalogue (NPC), creating a more streamlined and efficient product data management process for suppliers.
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Consumers can discern between QR Codes with new GS1 Wordmark
GS1 is implementing a GS1 Wordmark (a trademark with the word ‘GS1’ adjacent to the QR code) and GS1 New Zealand members can now opt to use the wordmark on graphics downloaded in the MyGS1 member portal.
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Welcome to GS1 New Zealand’s new website!
The GS1 NZ website has had a refresh of look and feel to give members a more seamless experience across our website and digital products.
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Leading scanning solution providers support GS1 global transition to next generation barcodes
Four of the world’s leading scanning solution providers - Datalogic, Honeywell, Newland AIDC and Zebra Technologies - have come together to support the retail industry’s global plan to transition to next generation barcodes.
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Brand your own QR codes – now through MyGS1
You can now create your own QR Codes in MyGS1 using your brand’s or company web domain!
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Take note New Zealand - digital labelling use is growing in Asia-Pacific
New Zealand’s trading partners in Asia Pacific are beginning to adopt digital labelling, emphasising the need for New Zealand businesses to start piloting digital labelling here.
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Digital labelling key topic discussed with Hon David Seymour, Minister of Regulation at BIF NZ and GS1 NZ event
The NZ Building Industry Federation and GS1 New Zealand hosted their annual networking event with Hon David Seymour, Minister of Regulation in attendance.
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GS1 NZ's Wellington office is moving!
From Thursday 16 April, GS1 New Zealand’s Wellington office will be located at Level 1, 96 The Terrace, Wellington.
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GS1 set to bring trusted information to patients through collaboration with Google
GS1 and Google collaboration enables patients to scan healthcare products for trusted information using Google Lens.
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3 major areas of digital labelling progress with the government – what GS1 NZ is doing on behalf of members
Digital labelling presents a major opportunity for GS1 members. Here is an overview of the three major areas of public policy work involving digital labelling.
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Public Policy: Proposal to enable a limited trial of digital labelling on certain imported food products
MPI consultation on enabling a limited trial of digital labelling on certain imported food products.
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A year in review – thank you from GM Customer Cameron Frith
GM Customer Cameron Frith reflects on 2025 highlights and improvements for GS1 NZ members.
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