Barcode Testing and Compliance
Bar Code Graphics offers specialized services to enhance a profitable relationship between trading partners. Since barcoding has infiltrated almost every aspect of the supply chain, our services are geared toward maximizing barcode symbol print quality. As barcode technology continues to mature, we provide the following dynamic services.
The BCG Testing Center
Our unique knowledge of barcode print quality has enabled us to become a leading 3rd party symbol evaluation center. The BCG Testing Center has a wide variety of barcode symbol testing equipment, which is routinely calibrated to strict N.I.S.T. standards. Our services range from coupons / point-of-sale label analysis to logistical / retail compliance evaluation. We have tested barcode samples for over 10,000 retail, pharmaceutical, and automotive suppliers.
Trading Partner Compliance Programs
For companies that have existing barcode specifications for their vendors, we offer an array of services geared towards 100% compliance. Monitoring barcode print quality and educating vendors on specifications are paramount to a successful compliance program.
Certification Programs
Certification is the foundation of any quality control program. Rather than waiting for a supply chain disruption to occur, proactive barcode testing enables suppliers to prevent compliance charges and damaged customer relations. Our testing center works with a variety of company-specific label specifications, providing vendors with detailed explanations of the problems and the information they need to solve them. All of our testing services are designed to enable vendors to fully comply with retail barcoding requirements.
Bar Code Graphics is the designated 3rd party barcode testing facility for a number of major retailers. Please click on a retailer below for more information.
Bar Code Graphics also routinely tests shipping labels and barcodes for other various companies. Information about this type of label testing can be found here.
Additionally, besides testing for new items and label formats, barcode evaluations should be considered whenever a change occurs in the production process. Changes involving software, hardware, design, and material may have significant effects on label scanning performance.
Supply Chain Compliance Administration
Bar Code Graphics administers the barcode and labeling compliance programs for several major U.S. retailers. Our proactive compliance programs focus on preventing issues before they occur.
One of the key benefits of a Bar Code Graphics-administered compliance program is neutrality. As an unbiased 3rd party, Bar Code Graphics is able to resolve disputes in a satisfactory manner for both the vendor and the retailer, ensuring that vendor relations remain healthy and co-operative.
If you are interested in learning more about our Compliance Program model, please contact us at 800-662-0701.
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