Auto Create Product GS1 Barcode

Managing standardized product barcodes is essential for businesses that deal with logistics, inventory, and retail. The Auto Create Product GS1 Barcode SME feature automates the generation of GS1 barcodes during product creation, ensuring full compliance with GS1 specifications.

GS1 barcodes are globally recognized and contain structured data such as company prefixes, item references, and a check digit for validation. This feature eliminates the manual entry and error-prone process of creating barcodes, ensuring every product has a unique, valid, and scannable identifier.

Key Highlights:

1. Barcode Format Compliance: Automatically follows GS1-128 or other GS1 formats.
2. Source of Information: Uses pre-defined company prefixes and item references as per configuration.
3. Check Digit Calculation: Dynamically calculates the correct check digit based on GS1 algorithms.
4. Auto Assignment: Generates and assigns barcodes automatically when creating or updating a product.
5. Prefix Control: Supports configuration of starting prefixes to match company registration details.

Example Use Case

A company that manufactures and distributes retail products wants to ensure all items are GS1-compliant.

With this feature:

1. When a new product is created, the system automatically generates a unique GS1 barcode with the correct prefix and check digit.
2. This barcode is printed on product labels and used across supply chain systems, reducing scanning issues and improving traceability.

Key Benefits

1. Eliminates Manual Errors
   Reduces risk of invalid barcodes due to human error.
2. GS1 Standard Compliance
   Ensures products meet industry and regulatory barcode standards.
3. Operational Efficiency
   Automates barcode creation, saving time for data entry and product setup.
4. Improved Inventory Accuracy
   Enables consistent and scannable identifiers for warehousing, retail, and logistics.
5. Scalable Solution
   Perfect for businesses with large product catalogs or frequent product updates.

Conclusion

The Auto Create Product GS1 Barcode feature simplifies barcode management by automating GS1-compliant barcode generation for products. This ensures all barcodes are accurate, standards-compliant, and ready for global distribution—reducing operational errors and enhancing supply chain traceability.