They’re Here! Why You Need to Embrace 2D Barcodes. No doubt, five decades is a good run. The use of 1D barcodes for the past 50 years has revolutionized supply chains and retail, but globalization and the need to track and trace goods in real time are exposing some major limitations. From consumer demand for…

Verify Twice, Ship Once: Using Barcode Verification to Reduce Errors, Save Money and Protect Your Reputation We’ve all been there: patiently waiting in the checkout aisle as the employee passes your bag of bread or laundry detergent in attempt to scan the barcode. After several attempts and many sighs, the manual entry process begins. Now…

How 6 produce packers found fresh ways to boost efficiency, lower production costs and improve traceability   Reliable and efficient carton coding and marking is a critical success factor for produce growers, packers and shippers. While there are many providers of inkjet technology to choose from, no one else matches what Matthews Marking Systems brings to…