In today’s fast-paced, data-driven supply chain environment, outdated logistics systems, fragmented labeling practices, and manual processes are no longer sustainable. The need for real-time traceability, inventory management, and smooth operations calls for more standardized logistics practices.
More-automated data capture, built on the foundation of supply chain standards, can ensure that products move efficiently through the supply chain and that you create a system that adapts to potential disruptions.
This exclusive report from VDC Research, commissioned by GS1 US®, explores how intelligent data capture—powered by 2D barcodes and global standards—is transforming logistics operations across industries.
Challenges in Logistics Today:
70%
of logistics operations experience barcode readability issues weekly
43%
of organizations seek increased transparency in sourcing and traceability
36%
of organizations aim to improve inventory management and asset tracking
47%
of organizations cite enhanced information exchange for investing in 2D
This Report Provides Insights On:
- How 2D data carriers like QR codes and Data Matrix can enable real-time traceability, compliance, and automation
- The role of GS1 Standards in enabling single-scan efficiency that results in more-streamlined warehouse operations, reduced costs, and improved collaboration
- How automation can boost throughput and reduce manual errors in warehouse workflows
- The benefit of investing in intelligent data capture to support regulatory readiness and transparency
- Key investment drivers and ROI insights for upgrading your data capture infrastructure
Whether you’re a supply chain leader, warehouse operator, IT decision-maker, or someone involved in logistics modernization, this report will provide you with an understanding of the challenges facing today’s logistics environments and practical, standards-based solutions to overcome them. Learn how to future-proof your operations with scalable technologies that support regulatory compliance, enhance partner collaboration, and improve inventory accuracy.
