GS1 News and Press Releases GS1 News and Press http://www.gs1.org Fri, 10 Feb 2012 03:50:22 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 PRESS RELEASE: GS1 Launches New Tool Enabling Companies to Perform Privacy Impact Assessments ... http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=1186 Tool will help companies perform initial analyses and risk assessment on Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology and Electronic Product Code (EPC) implementations Massimiliano Minisci Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:33:46 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: New GS1 EPCglobal standards complete the portfolio of GS1 standards for RFID http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=1165 EPC HF RFID Air Interface Protocol 2.0.3 and GS1 EPC Header for Aerospace & Defense (updated) now ratified Christine Cecil Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:29:39 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: Another Strong Increase in Use for the GS1 Global Data Synchronisation Network (GDSN) http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=1144 GS1 Global Registry now contains more than 7 million registered items Enrica Francesconi Wed, 27 Jul 2011 14:07:31 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: GS1 welcomes European Commission endorsement of new industry privacy framework http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=1102 New procedures have been drawn up to ensure the privacy of personal data as Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) becomes more commonplace. Emilie Danel Mon, 18 Apr 2011 15:26:16 +0100 GS1 UK launches new certification programme for solution partners http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=1090 Identifies solutions that are capable of correctly and consistently deploying the relevant GS1 standards from third-parties Suraya Adnan-Ariffin Tue, 22 Mar 2011 21:44:06 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: GS1 and UPU sign up for new era of cooperation http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=1054 With e-commerce and radio frequency identification (RFID) becoming ever more central to postal activities, it is important for the UPU to strengthen its standards in both these areas. Nora Kaci Mon, 27 Dec 2010 10:07:55 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: Companies get guidance on how to tag pallets and containers http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=1003 Two new guidelines show how to use GS1 EPCglobal standards-compliant RFID tags to tag assets in the supply chain Joe Horwood Mon, 13 Sep 2010 08:46:50 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: EAHP and GS1 team up to advance patient safety in Europe http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=998 Promoting global coding standards for medical products to improve hospital pharmacy processes Jan Denecker Tue, 07 Sep 2010 07:47:55 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: GS1 and IHTSDO join forces to support safe and efficient patient care http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=992 Two complimentary global standards organisations will collaborate to ensure compatibility between their standards and promote adoption Jan Denecker Thu, 12 Aug 2010 12:22:24 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: Global event shows how mobile phones are changing shopping habits http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=982 On 15 June 2010, GS1 MobileCom Day gave a unique perspective on how people are using mobile phones to shop and consume differently across the globe Joe Horwood Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:23:01 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: BIC and GS1 sign a Memorandum of Understanding http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=935 Michel Hennemand, Chairman of B.I.C., and Miguel Lopera, President and CEO of GS1 have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Yuliya Shevchenko Mon, 12 Apr 2010 09:27:20 +0100 Award given to RFID trial in retail apparel http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=923 Auto_ID labs / METRO collaboration project gets significant recognition Joe Horwood Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:02:19 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: "Mobile in Retail" White Paper sets stage for in-store innovation http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=904 White Paper produced by GS1 MobileCom group explores role mobile phones can play in retail. Joe Horwood Wed, 10 Feb 2010 09:36:36 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: New GS1 Product Identification Standard - foundational for patient safety and ... http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=901 Enables further effective and efficient harmonisation of bar code, RFID and traceability systems in healthcare worldwide. Jan Denecker Thu, 21 Jan 2010 10:28:44 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: New GS1 Standard for surgical instrument marking http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=582 New GS1 Standard enables surgical instrument traceability systems, improving patient safety and optimising asset management. Jan Denecker Fri, 18 Dec 2009 09:38:48 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: Extended Packaging is a reality for consumers http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=905 GS1 MobileCom brings key stakeholders together in Paris to define next steps for standards-based mobile commerce. Joe Horwood Wed, 10 Feb 2010 09:43:09 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: Microsoft BizTalk RFID gets EPCIS certification http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=543 Microsoft BizTalk RFID successfully passes the GS1 EPCglobal Certification Program for compliance with the EPCIS Standard Karl Van der Spiegel Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:05:13 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: GS1 Management Board approves GS1 program to develop global standards for Mobile ... http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=539 Leading global companies support development of global standards for trusted, efficient communication between businesses and consumers via mobile phones (Mobile Commerce) Joe Horwood Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:11:49 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: GS1 EPCglobal RFID-based Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) Guides released by GS1 http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=521 EPCglobal Inc, a subsidiary of the global not-for-profit standards organization GS1, today announced the dissemination of the Strategic Overview Guide and Technical Implementation Guide for GS1EPCglobal RFID-based Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) for reusable and disposable tags. These guides address all relevant challenges and issues on how to implement an RFID-basedEAS solution within a retail environment using existing GS1 and GS1 EPCglobal standards. Karl Van der Spiegel Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:54:59 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: Nestlé, Kraft, J&J, Wal-Mart, Metro and Carrefour lead GS1 MobileCom initiative http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=505 Leading brands and retailers committed to standards to connect businesses and consumers using mobile phones Joe Horwood Wed, 16 Sep 2009 11:48:07 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: GS1 releases Implementation Guide for Traceability of Fresh Fruits & Vegetables http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=488 GS1 and the International Federation for Produce Standards (IFPS) are pleased to announce the release of the Traceability for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Implementation Guide based on the GS1 Global Traceability Standard. The guide serves as a common-sense blueprint that enables all stakeholders in the fresh produce supply chain to implement traceability practices utilising the GS1 System of standards and in particular, the GS1 Global Traceability Standard. Nora Kaci Mon, 17 Aug 2009 08:54:29 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: Global brands and retailers meet to make mobile commerce a reality http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=481 GS1 MobileCom brings key stakeholders together at MIT to define vision and shape actions for mobile commerce Joe Horwood Thu, 16 Jul 2009 13:16:49 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: Leading Healthcare Organisations Advance Global Standards to Secure the ... http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=477 GS1 global Healthcare user group elects new leadership team to guide the Healthcare sector to standardised solutions for identification and visibility in the healthcare supply chain. Jan Denecker Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:08:44 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: GS1 responds to EU RFID recommendation http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=425 GS1 EPCglobal has said that the European Commission’s recently published RFID Privacy and Data Protection Recommendation provides clarity for RFID to move forward in Europe. Marisa Jimenez Tue, 12 May 2009 12:44:46 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: GS1 EPCglobal Transportation and Logistics Phase 3 Pilot Program Completion http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=462 Transportation and Logistics Phase 3 Pilot Program demonstrates that EPC/RFID Technology based upon GS1 EPCglobal Standards works in a Real Life Environment. Karl Van der Spiegel Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:25:23 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: Enabling traceability of medical products from production to patient http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=393 Jan Denecker Fri, 13 Mar 2009 15:06:17 +0100 2009 GS1 General Specifications now available http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=346 Core GS1 barcodes and identification standards document now available Joe Horwood Tue, 13 Jan 2009 15:34:18 +0100 Ensuring reliable product data in Healthcare http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=306 The Global GDSN Healthcare Pilot Team presents its report demonstrating that the GS1 Global Data Synchronisation Network provides the infrastructure to exchange data across international borders and facilitates synchronisation throughout the supply chain. Jan Denecker Thu, 06 Nov 2008 13:25:09 +0100 GS1 Annual Report 2008 now available http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=302 Joe Horwood Wed, 29 Oct 2008 10:07:20 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: Can mobile phones read barcodes? http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=202 Joe Horwood Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:27:08 +0100 GTIN Allocation Rules in Arabic and Swedish http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=203 Joe Horwood Wed, 03 Sep 2008 13:59:00 +0100 GS1 Healthcare Newsletter now available http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=204 Joe Horwood Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:04:00 +0100 GS1 GDSN - latest news http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=205 Joe Horwood Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:51:00 +0100 New brochure provides a clear overview of GS1 http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=206 Joe Horwood Tue, 29 Apr 2008 12:54:00 +0100 GS1 eCom implementation is exceeding expectations http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=207 Joe Horwood Thu, 24 Apr 2008 15:03:00 +0100 GLN Allocation Rules in Hungarian & Swedish http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=208 Joe Horwood Wed, 02 Apr 2008 13:54:00 +0100 70 UK hospitals to use GS1 System http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=209 Joe Horwood Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:33:00 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: GS1 launches RFID Interoperability Forum http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=210 Joe Horwood Wed, 06 Feb 2008 12:31:00 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: GS1 Global Registry reaches 2 million items and 6 new certified data pools http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=211 Joe Horwood Mon, 28 Jan 2008 14:48:00 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: New website highlights benefits of RFID technology http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=212 Joe Horwood Thu, 29 Nov 2007 13:37:00 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: World Customs Organisation and GS1 sign a Memorandum of Understanding http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=213 Joe Horwood Tue, 20 Nov 2007 16:41:00 +0100 Healthcare GTIN Allocation Rules now available http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=214 Joe Horwood Tue, 23 Oct 2007 09:45:00 +0100 Medication Safety Project launched in New Zealand http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=215 Joe Horwood Tue, 18 Sep 2007 12:40:00 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: Successful pilot with World Customs Organisation http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=216 Joe Horwood Wed, 12 Sep 2007 12:47:00 +0100 GTIN and GLN Allocation Rules in Greek and Chinese http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=217 Joe Horwood Mon, 03 Sep 2007 16:05:00 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: BRIDGE project to test and pilot RFID applications http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=218 Joe Horwood Tue, 17 Jul 2007 15:20:00 +0100 GS1 System to be used for 2008 Olympics http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=219 Joe Horwood Tue, 10 Jul 2007 11:21:00 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: Price synchronisation standards approved and in production http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=220 Joe Horwood Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:36:00 +0100 GTIN Allocation Rules in Portuguese & Latvian http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=221 Joe Horwood Tue, 26 Jun 2007 09:53:00 +0100 PRESS RELEASE: GS1 and HL7 join forces in global healthcare standardisation http://www.gs1.org/newslib/detail.php?nid=222 Joe Horwood Wed, 13 Jun 2007 17:31:00 +0100