SCAN 2.0 Edition 5

Product recalls rise across NZ – GS1’s platform makes them faster, more efficient

Product recalls are frequent in the Food and Grocery sector. How quickly and efficiently they occur really matters, as made clear once again in the recently-released 2024 report of New Zealand Food Safety (NZFS).

Changing landscapes: Building and construction becomes a major focus for GS1 globally and activity continues locally

Businesses are constantly seeking ways to trade efficiently and effectively, and the construction sector is a prime example. Digitisation and standardisation are taking place rapidly in the building and construction sector, just as they have in other sectors such as food and grocery.

New Zealand Business Number – a building block in our Digital Public Infrastructure

As announced by Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk in June, more than 1 million businesses are now registered for the New Zealand Business Number register (NZBN). That’s a major milestone in our drive for a digitally integrated economy.

Turning 20: Why standards matter more than ever in healthcare

When you're in your 20s, you're no longer new to life, but you're not done growing either! Your 20s are a decade of transformation, responsibility, and stepping into who you’re meant to be. For GS1 Healthcare, turning 20 is just that - a coming-of-age moment for global standards in one of the world’s most critical sectors.

Navigating EU wine labelling rules: what New Zealand winegrowers need to know and how GS1 QR codes can help

As global markets evolve, so too do the regulations that govern them. For New Zealand winegrowers exporting to the European Union, a significant regulatory shift took effect on December 8, 2023, requiring digital disclosure of product information.

India is calling! GS1 NZ’s chair Sean Goodwin on NZ’s next big free trade agreement

India has huge potential for New Zealand exporters prepared to take a long-term view of market development and build relationships based on all the two countries have in common.

There’s more to product photography than you think: Behind the scenes tour of our photography studios

In today’s digital-first world, your product image is often your customer’s first impression of your brand. GS1 New Zealand's professional photography service helps your products shine, and we have a talented team of photographers in both Auckland and Wellington.

Are you making the most of your GS1 membership? Here are 5 tips to consider

The businesses and organisations who are our members are at the heart of everything we do. As a not-for-profit, member-owned organisation, we exist to serve the needs of industry—your needs. Whether you're a startup launching your first product or a large enterprise managing complex supply chains, your membership unlocks a suite of tools, services, and support designed to help you succeed.

GS1 New Zealand and Crossfire offering a complete solution to eInvoicing

Crossfire has noted an increase in enquiries about eInvoicing due to the recent Government announcement that wider government agencies are to become eInvoice capable by January 2026. The feedback from customers that have transitioned to eInvoicing has been overwhelmingly positive.

The transition to 2D Barcodes such as GS1 QR Codes gathers momentum in NZ

The global transition to 2D barcodes, or GS1 QR codes is continuing to unfold. Globally, the ambition is to have these next generation barcodes scannable at retail point of sale by the end of 2027.