Connecting the dots
Industry insights, emerging trends, and expert perspectives to help you to help you navigate change with confidence.
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BlogPreparing for Sunrise 2027: The transition to GS1 2D barcodes
Sunrise 2027 sets the global ambition to replace the traditional 1D barcode with a GS1 2D barcode. This shift modernizes how products carry and share standardized data, creating a single access point for compliance, enhanced traceability, and direct consumer engagement. Learn how to build a strategy that benefits all stakeholders in your organization.
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BlogPrivate brands are winning on price: Transparency is how to win on trust
For private label brands, a single transparency gap doesn’t just affect one product – it affects how shoppers feel about the retailer itself. Here’s why transparency is the next competitive advantage in private label packaging, and how QR codes are the practical tool to get there.
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BlogGetting started with SmartFacts®: a guide to digital labelling
Digital labelling initiatives such as SmartFacts® are changing how food and grocery brands share product information with consumers. By utilizing QR codes, brands can provide detailed, up-to-date information, turning packaging into a new channel for consumer engagement. This guide explains why digital labelling matters now and outlines practical steps for getting started with smart packaging.
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BlogThe JRC’s 3rd milestone: DPP for apparel is getting real
On January 14–15, 2026, the Joint Research Centre (JRC) presented the 3rd Milestone Technical Report on Textiles. This report forms the technical foundation for mandatory Digital Product Passport (DPP) requirements under the ESPR, signaling a major shift from sustainability ambition to enforceable requirements for the apparel industry.
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BlogThe Digital Bridge: Meeting the 2027 battery QR code mandate
From 18 February 2027, all batteries placed on the EU market must carry a QR code under the EU Battery Regulation. Even if your batteries are not subject to the Digital Battery Passport, the QR code requirement still applies. This post explains what that QR code is, what it must contain, and how companies should…
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BlogQR code engagement: Turning consumer curiosity into measurable marketing impact
Explore how brands are using QR codes and connected product experiences to build transparency, trust, and stronger consumer engagement.
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BlogThe EUBR compliance checklist: Understanding the four critical pillars
The EU Battery Regulation (EUBR) is redefining the global battery industry. Discover the four essential pillars of EUBR compliance and learn how the Digital Battery Passport (DBP) will transform data transparency from raw material sourcing to end-of-life recycling.
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BlogWhat’s in your food? Texas takes a bold step toward food transparency
On 1 September 2025, Texas enacted one of the most significant food labeling laws in the US, requiring warning labels on any product containing 44 restricted additives. Here’s what manufacturers need to know and why other states are moving in the same direction.
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BlogSecure AI Agents for Supply Chain Traceability: The Model Context Protocol
Secure AI agents are redefining supply chain traceability. The future of logistics relies on secure AI Agents to autonomously govern and optimize traceability across every stage of the supply chain. The Model Context Protocol (MCP) enables these agents to operate safely across systems, ensuring trusted data exchange and real-time visibility from end to end.
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BlogScaling traceability in grocery retail
In this expert Q&A, Kezzler specialists discuss how EPCIS 2.0 helps Switzerland’s largest retail company scale traceability – improving supply chain visibility and operational efficiency, reducing food waste, and strengthening recall capabilities.
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BlogLouisiana food disclosure law: what CPG brands need to know
New regulations in Louisiana will require manufacturers to digitally disclose the presence of specified ingredients via smart labeling. An on-pack QR code will be mandatory, and must link to a webpage directing users to FDA ingredient safety data.
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BlogEPCIS 2.0 and the Future of AI in Supply Chains
AI delivers results only when fueled by structured, reliable data. EPCIS 2.0 provides the global framework for capturing and standardizing supply chain events, enabling organizations to build AI-ready data. Implemented correctly, it creates the foundation for real-time visibility, smarter decisions, and resilient, self-optimizing supply chains.
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BlogThe foundation of future innovation: Understanding AI-ready data
The foundation of future innovation is not just in powerful AI algorithms, but in the quality of the data that fuels them. We explore what AI-ready data is, why it’s critical for success, and how you can prepare your data for an AI-powered future.