Barcode registration involves assigning a unique identification code to a product or item and linking it to a barcode symbol. This process enables efficient tracking and management of products throughout the supply chain, benefiting businesses involved in manufacturing, warehousing, and retail operations. At Ask Associates, we offer hassle-free barcode registration services to streamline your product identification process.

Barcode Enhancing Product Identification

Barcodes consist of parallel lines of varying width and spacing, along with digits, readable by machines. They encode vital product details such as product numbers, serial numbers, and batch numbers, facilitating quick identification and tracking. Widely used in supermarkets, clothing stores, and malls, barcodes offer numerous advantages, including error reduction, cost-effectiveness, and simplified inventory management.

How Businesses Utilize Barcodes

Businesses leverage barcodes for various purposes, including inventory management, asset tracking, and returns tracking. From large departmental stores tracking product cycles to online retailers managing returns efficiently, barcodes play a crucial role in streamlining operations and enhancing productivity.

Types of Barcodes

Several types of barcodes cater to diverse business needs:

• EAN-13: Used in Europe, India, and other countries, this 13-digit barcode aids in global product identification.
• UPC-A: Commonly used in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, and New Zealand, this 12-digit barcode facilitates universal product identification.
• Databar Barcodes: Designed for fresh food products, these barcodes include additional information such as batch number and expiry date.
• 1D and 2D Barcodes: Highly versatile in tracking items across the supply chain, these barcodes offer extensive data storage capabilities and are widely used in online payment systems and data sharing.

Barcode Registration Process

To register a barcode, you need a unique identification number from a global organization such as GS1 or EAN International. Once obtained, barcode symbols can be generated using software or hardware supporting the desired barcode format. Our barcode registration service assists you in obtaining a barcode number, registering it with a barcode issuing agency, and ensuring ongoing compliance and renewal.

Barcode Registration Packages

We offer barcode registration packages tailored to your business needs:

• For businesses with a turnover of up to 5 Crores, we provide 100 barcodes with varying validity periods, including 1, 2, and 3 years.