eConnect October / November 2019

GS1 eConnect

(October / November 2019)

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Introducing weCONNECT Solutions

GS1 weCONNECT is an initiative launched by GS1 Singapore that provides one-stop service from creating quality digital product content (weCREATE) to seamless content management (weXCHANGE).

The weCREATE service encompasses high resolution product photography, compilation of accurate and trusted product data information, creation of mobile hero images and SEO copywriting. As for weXCHANGE, it is a cost effective solution that aims to simplify the exchange of Trusted Product Data between brand owners, manufacturers, retailers, e-marketplaces and consumers.

GS1 weCONNECT is a pre-approved Digital Solution under Enterprise Singapore (ESG) with up to 70% funding support. It provides an attractive avenue for companies to invest in developing their digital product content. With GS1 weCONNECT, companies can easily tap into this funding support to kick-start their e-commerce journey!

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Get Ready for: Verified by GS1

Verified by GS1 is a global solution that enables companies to verify the identity of a product using a single, neutral source of trusted product information. This video explains why accurate product data and labelling is important in this digital consumer era.

Call us today at +65-68263077 to find out how you can get ready for Verified by GS1.

Coming Soon

Look out for our revamped NEPC, renamed to ‘weCATALOG’. A brand new look and feel coming to you this November!

GS1 in the News

GS1 and APEC join forces to boost Sea Freight visibility

A key initiative aiming to enhance sea cargo visibility in APEC has taken a major step forward with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between GS1 and APEC Model e-Port Network (APMEN) Operational Center. The agreement establishes the foundation for cooperation among the project partners for a second phase of APMEN Sea Freight Visibility Pilot Projects. Read More..

Press Release on Healthcare Sector

25 African Regulatory authorities, 6 health financing and donor organisations signed a Call to Action proclaiming their intention to pursue pharmaceutical traceability by adopting global supply chain standards. Read More..

Upcoming GS1 Events

1 November 2019, Friday, 10am - 12pm eBay Office

E-Commerce Workshop: Expand Your Business Globally Anytime Anywhere

Discover best practices to expand your e-commerce businesses successfully and unlock a world of export potential through this knowledge sharing session.

Admission is FREE Click here to register

Getting Started with Barcodes - 13 November 2019

GS1 standards and barcodes are used by every leading retailer in the world to achieve smart retail automation and to trade easily. If you are launching new products, join our "Getting Started with Barcodes" session to discover how the globally unique product barcode can help you meet the needs of today's changing customer expectations in the digital world.
Click here to register

GS1 Singapore Members' Briefing Session - 14 November 2019

The objective of this briefing session is for GS1 Full Members and SME100 members to get familiarised with basic GS1 Systems and other benefits in adopting GS1 Standards. Besides that, there will be a hands-on session on NEPC (National Electronic Product Catalogue).
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Barcode Workshop for Retail - 15 November 2019

This workshop will guide you on getting your barcode right at the first time and not facing potential risks of the need to re-label all your products.
Click here to register

Visit us for more GS1 Events & Workshops

A Warm Welcome to our New Solution Partner

Office Productivity Solution Pte Ltd (OPS)

Click here to find out more about their solutions

GS1 Solution Partner Zone

How digital transformation can bring value to your supply chain

(Article courtesy of Mixmove)
Digital transformation is changing the different industries of the world. It is also changing every aspect of how logistics is being operated. Put in a simple way, digital transformation means using new and fast digital technology to solve your problems.

Want to be a Labeling Rockstar? It's Easier than You Think

(Article courtesy of Loftware)
Are labeling obstacles holding your company back? Join the upcoming webinar on October 8, 2019, Loftware experts will discuss best practices for overcoming these labeling challenges and review how leaders are implementing best practices and solutions to bring demonstrable value to their businesses.

Account Payable Success Story: Goldbell Group

(Article courtesy of Esker)
Goldbell Group turned to Esker’s Accounts Payable solution to automate its AP process, streamline the approval workflow and eliminate manual handling with AI-driven data extraction, touchless processing, electronic workflow management and centralised reporting.
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5 Steps to Piloting Rfid for Unprecedented Inventory Visibility

(Article courtesy of Zebra )
Implementing RFID technology gives retailers the edge they need to stay competitive in today’s retail environment. A successful pilot can provide a return on investment through increased inventory accuracy and improved insight into unique business needs – ultimately boosting customer satisfaction and sales.

Achieving Compliance and Gaining Efficiencies with Optel's Verify Platform

(Article courtesy of Optel)
Optel's client is an international pharmaceutical manufacturer that collects and fractionates blood plasma to produce and distribute plasma-derived therapeutic products for use in treating serious diseases, disorders and conditions. Find out why they chose OPTEL’s Verify Platform and SWIFT implementation framework to achieve regulatory compliance and gain operational efficiencies.
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Dairy farm deploys BarTender® labeling system to enable FSMA compliance

(Article courtesy of BarTender )
A BarTender-driven labeling system is enabling a dairy farm to meet rigorous federal food safety requirements, as well as to save time and reduce testing errors.

Industry News

Fresh foods focus is key to attracting today's consumers

Investing in produce, meat and other fresh departments is essential for grocery retailers that want to compete for today’s consumer.

A Warm Welcome to our

New GS1 Singapore Members

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