When upgrading their existing scanning systems, stakeholders should opt for future-proof technology that can handle any later changes to GS1 standards.

Though 2D codes hold more information—which some food manufacturers are using to expand consumer engagement for contests, club memberships, etc.—70 percent of the food processors surveyed use 1D codes ...

The code tool within Matrox Imaging software can read and write various 1D and 2D code types and composites (codes that are a combination of specific 1D and 2D codes).

The short answer is no. There are handheld devices that can read passive tags as well as 1D or 2D bar codes, but I don’t know of any modules that can be integrated into a device that includes all ...

Imagers work more like cameras and can capture both 1D and 2D codes. The readability of the barcode is also key. The material it’s printed on, how prone that material is to damage, even the lighting ...