GS1 collaborates with Google for trusted medical product information

Launch of smartphone camera scanning of GS1 DataMatrix barcodes marks a global breakthrough for patient safety.

Migration to 2D barcodes: the global adoption of QR and Data Matrix Codes at retail point-of-sale.

COVID-19 Vaccine Traceability Case Study and Video

Enabling a safer, more efficient rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine across Ireland

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Digital transformation in construction

Across the construction supply chain GS1 standards are helping to improve safety, cut costs and provide better visibility and transparency.

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Tesco in early trials of next generation barcodes

As part of an expanded pilot, Tesco is now trialling the next generation of barcodes — QR codes powered by GS1 — in a small number of selected stores, as the retail industry starts to shift towards a smarter, more connected supply chain.

Blas na hÉireann 2025 finalists announced, and it’s a standout year for GS1 Ireland Members

The finalists for Blas na hÉireann, The Irish Food Awards 2025, have been announced, with over 300 GS1 Ireland Members making it through to the final stage of Ireland’s most prestigious food awards.

The Irish Food and Beverage Industry Stays Resilient in 2025

Love Irish Food and Bank of Ireland recently conducted The 2025 Food and Beverage Industry Barometer and the results show resilience and innovation across the sector with an 8% annual rise in companies developing a domestic growth strategy.

Tools & Services

GS1 standards are the most widely used system of standards in the world, and we offer a portfolio of services and tools to make adoption of our standards easier and more impactful for your business.

Barcode Manager

The online tool from GS1 Ireland to help you allocate barcode numbers and generate barcode symbols accurately and effortlessly.

Training

Learn more about our training courses on Barcoding, UDI or EDI, or check when our next free webinar or event takes place.

Sample GS1 Pallet Logistics Label With SSCC Web 2

Logistics Label Tool

The GS1 Logistics Label Tool has been developed specifically for small and medium businesses to quickly and easily generate SSCC labels for pallets.

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Our standards drive commerce, trust and safety across the globe. At GS1 Ireland, we work with thousands of Irish organisations of all sizes to use our Standards & Systems to grow and improve efficiency, safety, security, and sustainability.

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