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Taking Checkout to the Next Level with 2D Barcodes
The Universal Product Code (UPC) has powered retail for 50 years, but it was never designed to handle the data demands of today's complex supply chains and consumer expectations. In this episode, Reid Jackson and Liz Sertl sit down with Ned Mears , Senior Director of Global Standards at GS1 US , to ...
(Replay) Spicing up Success: How Traceability Helped Hank Sauce Scale National Distribution
A hot sauce brand doesn't scale on taste alone. It scales on consistency, traceability, and trust. Matt Pittaluga , Co-Founder of Hank Sauce , joins hosts Reid Jackson and Liz Sertl to share how a college project became a product sold in more than 5,000 stores. He breaks down the early hustle, the j...
Looking Beyond 2026: The Next Big Breakthroughs in Supply Chains
In this episode, Reid Jackson and Liz Sertl sit down with Bob Czechowicz and Nick Latwis from the GS1 US Innovation Team. They discuss the most promising trends, the challenges businesses face when navigating new tech, and the critical role of pilots in testing the viability of these innovations. Ga...
How Better Metrics Help Small Businesses Operate Like Pros
Resilience isn't just for small startups—it's vital for businesses of all sizes. In this episode, Jonathan Biddle , author of Supply Chain for Startups, joins Reid Jackson to discuss how companies can build resilient supply chains using key metrics and smart strategies. Jonathan explains how early d...
Omnichannel or Omni-Chaos? How Bad Data Erodes Customer Trust
Shoppers lose trust the moment they see that your data is inconsistent. In this episode, Jon Gatrell of Loren Data Corp. joins Reid Jackson and Liz Sertl to discuss why product information must stay consistent across every channel. Jon explains how aligned data reduces friction between partners, sup...
Hook, Line, and Data: How Beaver Street Fisheries Ensures Seafood Safety with Tech
Behind every safe meal is someone who got the data right. Brandon Ballew , Senior Product Information Analyst at Beaver Street Fisheries , joins hosts Liz Sertl and Reid Jackson to discuss how the seafood industry is preparing for FSMA Rule 204, and how GS1 standards like GLNs, GTINs, and 2D barcode...