Barcode
A Barcode is basically a machine-readable code in the form of a square or rectangular image that consists of a series of parallel black lines and white spaces of varying widths following a set of an algorithm.
For having a quick identification, barcodes are applied to the products. In other words, it is the method to encode information in a visual pattern that a machine can read. The global entity that manages and standardizes barcodes across India is GS1 which is a not-for-profit organization by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, it is the organization that controls the issuance of barcode that can be scanned anywhere in the world.
Mostly, they are used in retail stores as a part of the purchase process, on invoices to assist in accounting, in warehouses to track inventory and among many other uses. Hence, to avail the benefits, Barcode registration is compulsory.
Benefits of Barcode
Eliminate Human Error:
With the introduction of barcodes, the possibility of human error came down to negligible. The chances of error by manual entering of data is significantly higher than that of barcodes. Whereas, mere barcode scan is enough to save time as it is fast and more reliable.
Reduce training time
With the help of barcode registration system, a business can easily reduce its time of employee training. It takes just a minute to master the hand-held scanner for reading barcodes. Moreover, employees are not having gain familiarity with an entire inventory or pricing procedure. It is not only confined to time-saving but it makes the training procedure less expensive.
Inexpensive design and printing
Basically, they cost very less regardless of their purpose or where they will be affixed. You can customize it economically in a variety of finishes and materials.
Versatile in nature
Barcodes can be used for any kind of necessary data collection. It can include either pricing or inventory information. Furthermore, it can be attached to just about any surface and they can be used to track not only the products themselves.
Improves Inventory control
As barcodes made it possible to track inventory so precisely, inventory levels can be reduced. This usually translates into a lower overhead. Besides, you can also track the location of equipment and reduce the time of searching.