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GS1 2D readiness: how to print, apply and verify QR codes and DataMatrix on your line

A 2D barcode is ready for the retail till only when three things are true on your production line. It is printed to GS1's size and quality rules. It sits where a checkout scanner expects to find it. And you can prove, every shift, that it scans and carries the right data. For each, you will find the numbers GS1...

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1st October 2026     Alex Smith

GS1 2D readiness: how to print, apply and verify QR codes and DataMatrix on your line

A 2D barcode is ready for the retail till only when three things are true on…

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Sunrise 2027 - A Guide to the 2D Barcode Transition for UK Operations Teams Barcode
20th August 2026     Alex Smith

Sunrise 2027 – A Guide to the 2D Barcode Transition for UK Operations Teams

By the end of 2027, retailers around the world have committed to making their point‑of‑sale systems…

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Print andapply vs pre-printed labels Automated Labelling
14th July 2026     Alex Smith

Print and apply vs pre-printed labels: Which is right for your production environment?

Choosing between print and apply and pre-printed labels comes down to one practical question: how much…

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How automated labelling improves throughput, accuracy and traceability on your line Automated Labelling
22nd June 2026     Alex Smith

How automated labelling improves throughput, accuracy and traceability on your line

The main benefits of automated labelling come down to three things: it labels faster, it gets…

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Automated Labelling
27th May 2026     Alex Smith

The Complete Guide to Barcode Scanners for UK Warehouses in 2026

If you manage a warehouse, distribution centre, or manufacturing site in the UK, barcode scanners are…

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Automated labelling in the UK: key standards, regulations and compliance considerations Automated Labelling
26th May 2026     Alex Smith

Automated labelling in the UK: key standards, regulations and compliance considerations

The labelling rules that apply in the UK fall into two groups. The first group governs…

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Automated Labelling
26th May 2026     Alex Smith

How Barcode Technology Is Transforming UK Warehouse Operations in 2026

The modern warehouse is unrecognisable compared to just a decade ago. Where clipboards and manual stock…

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Manual vs automated labelling Automated Labelling
10th May 2026     Alex Smith

Manual vs automated labelling: true cost, error rates and payback for UK operations

The difference between manual and automated labelling comes down to three questions: what does each one…

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