Healthcare professionals who manage the product life cycle from creation through distribution and merchandising, including product management, supply chain operations, logistics, category management, and shopper marketing.
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Prepare to Tackle Product Data Management Needs in Healthcare
Sharpen your skills for great impact on getting product data right the first time and gain a new perspective on the value of standardized data! Dive into the foundations of GS1 Standards with a comprehensive overview of product and location identification as well as various barcode types, including 2D barcodes.
You will learn how to use your GS1 Company Prefix to create GS1® identifiers for products; build trade item hierarchies; and use the most common GS1 barcodes in accordance with industry best practices. You will also gain a basic understanding of the GTIN Management Standard to help you apply GS1 Standards properly to your business processes, from item setup to inventory management and beyond.
Equipped with this knowledge, you can:
Correctly apply Global Trade Item Numbers (GTINs) to packaging levels and enable effective track-and-trace processes
Reduce scanning errors for linear and 2D barcodes that could result in unusable product
Minimize product returns and rejections resulting from inaccurate product data
Earn a Professional Credential
Add Credibility to Your Resume With GS1 US Badges
You can earn an important credential in the use of GS1 Standards by successfully completing a GS1 US® certificate course. This badge is a testament to your commitment to professional development, making you a distinguished member of a global supply chain community. Display your badge on your online resume or social media profiles to showcase your expertise and stand out with your credential.
What to Expect
Step-By-Step Guidance on Principles and Benefits of the GS1 System of Standards
Overview of GS1 Standards
How GS1 Standards make it possible to identify, capture, and share information automatically and accurately about products, business locations, and more
How to Use Your GS1 Company Prefix (NDC)
Basis for creating all GS1 identification keys, highlighting the difference between GS1 Company Prefix and UPC Company Prefix, while using your National Drug Code (NDC)
How to Use Your GS1 Company Prefix (European Article Number (EAN)/UPC)
Basis for creating all GS1 identification keys, highlighting the difference between GS1 Company Prefix, UPC Company Prefix, and EAN®
GTINs
Overview of different types of GTINs, how are they used, and how to construct GTIN-12, GTIN-13, and GTIN-14
GTIN Management Standard
What are the Guiding Principles of the 10 GTIN Management Rules that can be used to make consistent decisions on when a new GTIN may be needed
GS1 Barcodes
Overview and uses of different barcode types, including 1D barcodes such as EAN/UPC, GS1-128, ITF-14, and 2D barcodes such as GS1 DataMatrix and QR Codes
Introduction to Global Location Number (GLN)
What a GLN is, how GLNs can be used, how to construct a GLN, and an overview of GLN allocation and management rules
Introduction to the Global Data Synchronization Network
The basics of the Global Data Synchronization Network™ (GDSN®) and its key features, including how it enables seamless, accurate data sharing between trading partners to improve supply chain efficiency
Introduction to Supply Chain Visibility Using EPCIS
The fundamentals of the Electronic Product Code Information Services (EPCIS), highlighting how it enables businesses to capture and share visibility data across the supply chain to enhance traceability, efficiency, and compliance
Enhance Your Team’s Skills and Save With Discount Pricing
Set your company up for success by expanding your team’s knowledge in the adoption and use of the GS1 System of Standards. The more seats you buy, the more you can save while also increasing your bench strength to provide accurate product data to your customers and trading partners. All attendees receive a full year’s access to course materials.
GS1 Foundations Certificate Course
Looking for foundational knowledge beyond healthcare? The GS1 Foundations Certificate Course may be the answer if you need to start with a fundamental overview of product identification standards, how to assign and manage unique products and packaging levels via GTINs and barcodes as well as the GLN.
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Please be advised that this content was created generally for GS1 Company Prefix holders. If you licensed a single GS1 identifier (i.e., GS1 US GTIN), we recommend evaluating this offering carefully to ensure its applicability to your business needs. The information provided is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or business advice.