What is GS1?
GS1 is the global standards organisation behind barcode identification and product traceability systems used across retail, food, healthcare and manufacturing industries.
GS1 standards help businesses create consistent product identification through barcodes, QR codes, GTINs and traceability systems that improve supply chain visibility, compliance and product authentication.
Why GS1 Compliance Matters
Manufacturers and retailers increasingly rely on GS1 standards to improve traceability, support regulatory compliance and enable accurate product identification throughout the supply chain.
Implementing GS1-compliant coding systems can support:
Preparing for the Future of Barcodes
As part of GS1’s Ambition 2027 initiative, manufacturers and retailers are preparing for the transition from traditional linear barcodes to next-generation 2D codes and QR codes powered by GS1.
Major retailers have already started trialling QR code systems designed to deliver enhanced traceability, product information and consumer engagement.
Codico helps manufacturers prepare production lines for reliable, high-quality QR code printing and verification.
GS1 Solutions for Different Industries
Life Sciences & Healthcare
Support UDI compliance, traceability and DataMatrix coding for regulated healthcare products.
Food & Beverage
Enable traceability, batch tracking and retail-ready barcode compliance across packaging lines.
Retail & FMCG
Support product identification, promotional packaging and next-generation QR code adoption.
Common GS1 Code Types
GTIN
Global Trade Item Numbers used for unique product identification.
GS1 DataMatrix
Used widely in healthcare and regulated industries for traceability and UDI compliance.
GS1 QR Codes
Next-generation codes capable of storing expanded product and traceability information.
Linear Barcodes
Traditional barcode formats still widely used across retail and logistics environments.
How Codico Supports GS1 Implementation
As a GS1 Ireland Gold Partner, Codico helps manufacturers implement reliable coding and traceability solutions across production environments.
Support includes:
Key Considerations for GS1 Barcode Printing
Reliable barcode and QR code implementation depends on factors such as:
- print quality
- substrate compatibility
- code placement
- verification requirements
- production line integration
Codico’s technical team can assess your packaging and production requirements to recommend the most suitable solution.
