Next Level Supply Chain with GS1 US

Today, the speed of change in the market and on Amazon is rapid, making it difficult for brands to keep up and see continued success. But never fear, Shannon Roddy, of Avenue7Media, is here to give us insights into the brand-building strategies you need to succeed on Amazon, and beyond! 

Key takeaways:

1. Building a defensible brand is crucia...

Celebrating 50 Years of the Barcode, hosts, Reid Jackson and Liz Sertl speak to an impressive lineup of industry experts, direct from Orlando, at GS1 US’s yearly conference, Connect. They chat with:

• Dave DeLaus, CIO at Wegmans, dissects the complexities of integrating new technologies to enhance consumer experience and shares how Wegmans is tackling t...

In this episode, we dive into how QR codes are revolutionizing packaging, non-alcoholic beverages are making waves, and community networks are driving market success. 

Daniel Scharff is the CEO and founder of Startup CPG, a vibrant community supporting emerging consumer packaged goods brands. With a background in San Francisco's food tech scene, Daniel created a Slack community with over 20,000 members, of...

Social commerce is booming, and today’s conversation proves that if you haven’t considered selling on social media, then it’s time you did.

Wes Duquette is VP and GM of B2B and Retail at ShipBob, a tech-enabled 3PL that empowers small and medium businesses with advanced supply chain capabilities. In this episode, he speaks with Liz and Reid about the powerful impact of influencers and platforms like TikTok...

Speedy and efficient traceability systems are vital for compliance, consumer health, and resilience in the food safety industry.

Andy Kennedy, Principal Traceability Advisor at New Era Partners, joins us to unravel the complexities of food safety in the supply chain. With 17 years of experience creating SAS food traceability businesses, Andy offers insights into the historical context of traceability regul...

Small tweaks in processes can result in unexpected financial windfalls and improved employee satisfaction.

Kevin Lawton, warehouse operations expert and Founder of The New Warehouse podcast, 

discusses a wealth of insights into current trends and the critical role of foundational process improvements. The conversation shifts towards the importance of automating mundane tasks, the profound po...

In this episode of Next Level Supply Chain’s special series Behind the Barcode, Liz and Reid speak with Jess Urriola, the VP of Product Management at GS1 US, about GS1 US Data Hub - a tool built to secure data sharing between brand owners and trading partners. They talk about why this service is pivotal for maintaining data quality across the global supply chain, both from the strategic and technical aspects, from crea...

Chuck Lasley, IT Director at Dillard’s, explains the pivotal role of 2D barcodes in retail innovation, illustrating Dillard's strategy of incorporating these versatile codes into their products, which range from apparel to accessories. Amidst the growing demand for intricate product details, Chuck emphasizes the imperative for sales associates to be adept in product knowledge facilitated by 2D barcodes. As Chuck explai...

Global Supply Chains are dramatically shifting due to economic shifts such as rising interest rates and inflation. There is a pressing need for efficiency, from reducing FBA fees to renegotiating costs and finding ingenious savings in your supply chain.

Burak Yolga, Co-Founder and CEO of Forceget, talks with hosts Liz Sertl and Reid Jackson about this and his journey through the intricate world of global s...

Radio frequency identification (RFID) and 2D barcodes are transforming how we handle the supply chain. 

Sarah Jones Fairchild, Vice President of Sales Operations at SWIM USA, talks 2D barcode applications for customer safety, efficiency in retail checkout, inventory management, and the broader implications for companies as they prepare for the technological demands of the future. Sarah explains the importa...

The COVID-19 pandemic threatened to derail supply chain management completely. Or did it?

Yossi Sheffi, distinguished MIT professor and an expert with 49 years in supply chain management, breaks down supply chain resilience into five levels and argues that supply chain managers were unsung heroes during the pandemic. Yossi also touches on balancing resilience with sustainability, pointing out that while es...

Keeping track of product information and inventory with multiple barcode types can be tricky for businesses. 

Gena Morgan, who leads the standards team at GS1 US, shares valuable insights into the world of barcodes, specifically focusing on the transition from traditional 1D barcodes to 2D barcodes and the importance of GS1 standards in driving industry adoption. Gena explains the technical differences bet...

Tracking and managing inventory from end-to-end is challenging for business merchants dealing with perishable food items.

Lichen Zhang, co-founder of Freshly Commerce, is changing how merchants handle the complexities of tracking bundles, managing perishable inventory, and the significance of complying with regulations such as FSMA 204. The company's initial success with its foundation, growth, and innovat...

Real-time data monitoring is revolutionizing maintenance and efficiency in industries such as aviation and automotive through digital twin technology.

Richard Donaldson, host of the Supply Chain Next podcast, is a visionary in supply chain management and circular economy advocate. His  insights on moving from linear to circular supply chains highlight the potential for substantial environmental benefits an...

Anne Bernier from Topco and Rishi Banerjee from the Consumer Brands Association are a wealth of knowledge from the frontlines of industry innovation. They join Reid and Liz on this episode to delve into the world of QR codes, the groundbreaking Smart Label program, and new technologies such as Flash Food and Too Good to Go, two platforms looking to reduce food waste. 

Anne shares how Topco is revolutionizi...

Lisa Lane is the innovative mind behind Rinseroo, an e-comm shower darling to solve the pain point of washing big dogs in the shower. She joins Reid and Liz to discuss the intricacies of bringing a new product to market, including the importance of building and maintaining brand identity and the need for brand protection in the ever-evolving landscape of e-commerce. 

Her perspective offers practical advice...

Join us as we chat with Andrew Morgans, Founder and CEO at Marknology, about emerging trends in e-commerce, techniques for maximizing profits, and tips for success for both small and large businesses.

Andrew emphasizes the importance of intentional strategy, scaling warehouse operations, an in-depth understanding of the numbers, and reliance on experts for Amazon selling success regardless of your busine...

As the supply chain is constantly changing and evolving, it is critical to understand the dynamic challenges ahead and leverage past experiences in these transformations. 

In this episode, we speak with Bob Ferrari, Managing Director of the Ferrari Consulting and Research Group and Founder of the Supply Chain Matters blog. Bob speaks about hottest topics in supply chain today such as artificial intelligenc...

Picture a world where healthcare is not just a service but a promise of transparency and safety. In this ever-evolving landscape, a groundbreaking transformation is taking place, driven by the demands of both consumers and patients. They are clamoring for information that is clear, traceable, and trustworthy. And at the heart of this shift lies the adoption of two-dimensional (2D) barcodes and Radio Frequency Identific...