FAQs - BarcodePlus

BarcodePlus is a one-stop and reliable product information portal, which uses the most widely recognized global standards – barcode and RFID technologies in providing business and customers access to critical product quality and safety information instantly, either via web portal, mobile SMS or intelligent smart kiosk displays at retail shops.

Designated for a distinct group of supply chain stakeholders, BarcodePlus is a business solution composes of different application modules including Product Data Management and Product Quality Certification Management.

BarcodePlus brings ample benefits to businesses and consumers through a shared product-quality information database which is comprehensive and well-organized. Acting as "a window to product quality and safety", the portal:

• provides companies (especially brand owners) a B2B information exchange tool to keep their retail business partners updated with new product information.
• offers businesses a practical and reliable platform which can help enhance brand integrity and increase customer confidence in product safety.
• allows consumers to access to critical product quality-related information and trace the quality of a product.

Businesses: BarcodePlus is a web-enabled business solution designed for any company that operates within the supply chain, including brand owners, manufacturers, distributors or retailers who would like to disseminate trusted product information directly to the consumers. BarcodePlus supports support various business needs such as product data management, testing certification management and consumer loyalty program management.

Consumers: BarcodePlus provides consumers with a reliable source of information. With multiple information channels, including a dedicated web portal, mobile SMS and smart kiosks, the portal allows end users to access essential product information, as well as perform product authentication checking at home or on the road.

• Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) unique product identification for any trade item in the supply chain. It can be used throughout the supply chain to keep track of inventory and trigger re-ordering.
• Global Location Number (GLN) unique identification for any legal, functional or physical location within an organization. It can be used throughout the supply chain to track and trace the location of goods.
• Product description such as brand name, long and short product description for different application use, color, size and images, etc
• Logistics information such as weight, dimensions of the shipment/carton, packaging type, packing format, handling instruction, etc Pricing such as list price and recommended sale price

Member can login to Member Portal and access to the “Learn How To” for the latest user guideline.