Are You Ready for GS1 Sunrise 2027?
- Shift to 2D barcodes with confidence
- Verify every barcode for GS1 and ISO compliance in real-time
- Avoid costly penalties, rework, and delays
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Why does it matter?
The Clock Is Ticking on 1D Barcodes
Don’t wait for 2027 deadlines to disrupt your operations. Upgrade your barcode inspection and verification capabilities now to stay ahead of compliance, improve efficiency, and avoid last-minute overhauls.
Delaying preparation can result in...
- Failed barcode scans at point-of-sale
- Retailer fines or shipment rejections
- Disrupted supply chains and contract penalties
- Expensive last-minute equipment upgrades
- Start now to avoid these risks—and stay ahead of competitors.
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“Panpass Technology recommends using QR codes that comply with GS1 standards for its global business clients. With the help of Cognex DataMan barcode readers, our customers can fully utilize digital encoding information within GS1 2D codes to create more growth opportunities and efficiency to help them improve traceability, achieve supply chain transparency, and enable consumers to quickly verify product authenticity through their smartphones.”
—Zhang Yonghong, CEO
PanPass Information Technology
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GS1 Sunrise 2027 FAQs
What is GS1 Sunrise 2027?
GS1 Sunrise 2027 is an industry-wide initiative aimed at transitioning from traditional one-dimensional (1D) barcodes, like EAN/UPC codes, to two-dimensional (2D) barcodes. These 2D barcodes can store more information, improving product transparency, traceability, and authentication1.
By the end of 2027, retailers and other stakeholders are expected to ensure their point-of-sale (POS) systems can scan and process both traditional and 2D barcodes. This shift will enhance inventory management, recall readiness, sustainability efforts, and consumer engagement1.
What is GS1?
GS1 is a global organization that develops supply chain standards, including barcode and data standards used worldwide for product identification and traceability.
What is a GS1 barcode?
A GS1 barcode is a barcode that follows GS1’s global standards for encoding product information, ensuring consistency and readability across supply chains and retail environments.
How can I maintain high code quality for GS1 and ISO compliance?
High code quality is important for maintaining a barcode printing process that consistently produces readable
codes throughout the supply chain.
Government agencies (such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration) and large retailers often require
barcodes to meet industry quality standards, such as GS1 and ISO. If barcodes do not meet quality
standards, manufacturers run the risk of chargebacks or fines from retailers.
For more information download our free ebook, Top 4 Things to Consider When Transitioning to GS1 2D Barcodes.
What is a GS1 label?
A GS1 label contains a barcode and standardized data (like product ID, lot number, expiration date) formatted according to GS1 rules to support global traceability and compliance.
What is a GS1-128 label?
A GS1-128 label uses the GS1-128 barcode symbology to encode product data in a machine-readable format, typically used for logistics and shipping labels that require additional product details.
What are GS1 standards?
GS1 standards define how product information is captured, stored, and shared using barcodes and data carriers, enabling interoperability and traceability across supply chains.
What is the difference between GS1 and GTIN?
GTIN (Global Trade Item Number) is a product identifier managed by GS1. GS1 is the organization; GTIN is one of the identifiers they standardize for use in barcodes.
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