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Barcodes are everywhere. Here is a list where barcodes are critical: Retail and commerce Supply chain and logistics Healthcare and pharmaceuticals Manufacturing Libraries and education [...]

It is a natural assumption to think that all barcode verifiers are the same. They all perform the same basic function. The same thing can be said for a car, a dentist, or a restaurant–they [...]

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 [...]

Two Factors It is impossible to overemphasize the importance of barcode quality and compliance to medical device and pharma manufacturers. It comes down to two factors: Patient safety Regulatory [...]

Enhancing Efficiency Barcodes do so much more than just speed frontline checkout. But looking just at that moment, a lot happens when the barcode is scanned. In a fraction of a second, the scan [...]

What is the best way to buy the right barcode verifier for your specific needs? Hint: Price is definitely an important consideration, but not the most important one. So what is the most important [...]

You already own a very respectable barcode verifier—your eyes. Here is how to figure out what could be wrong with your non-scanning or poorly scanning barcode. A low-power magnifier is a handy [...]

We often get inquiries about poorly grading barcodes, or barcodes that fail to scan with a verifier, but scan just fine with a smartphone or scanner. What does a scanner or a smartphone tell you [...]

Calling this a Case History is misleading—an actual occurrence happening now best demonstrates the importance of the impending replacement of the UPC. On June 2, Costco announced a voluntary [...]

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 [...]