Barcode problems are frustrating. As if it isn’t bad enough that they fail, they always fail at the worst possible time. Consumer Frustration The technology seems so simple, and in many ways and [...]
If everything goes to plan, the ubiquitous, venerable UPC will soon be relegated to barcode history. It leaves a 50-year history and big boots to fill, but the successor QR Code is well up to the [...]
Here is a snapshot of some important quality issues that are happening just this week: A second multi-state Salmonella outbreak involving fresh vegetables and products containing them such as [...]
Business hates uncertainty Investment in capital equipment, hiring, compensation, mergers and acquisitions, strategic planning—essential business processes have been thrown into uncertainty and [...]
Accidental deaths due to medication errors are a grave concern within the healthcare sector, shedding light on the critical need for improved practices and safeguards. Annually, an estimated [...]
Previously, we wrote about how AI and barcodes work together. To review: • Using computer vision, AI-enhanced scanners can read partially damaged barcodes, or barcodes in poor lighting or partial [...]
Barcodes and AI are becoming quite the dynamic duo. Here’s a few ways they intersect: Automated Scanning AI-powered systems can use advanced image recognition to read barcodes even if [...]
Barcodes fail due to two main reasons: Poor Image Quality: Scanners decode images. Inaccurate printing, lamination, shrink wrap and substrate characteristics can impact scanning Incorrect Data [...]
While it is self-evident why barcode verification is necessary, it is less obvious why periodic recalibration of a verifier is important. What could be changing and making it necessary? Isn’t a [...]
Barcodes remain relevant because they adapt, work well with other technologies and are inexpensive. Previous articles discuss this in depth. What metrics support this? The growth in sales of [...]
