GENERAL MERCHANDISE & APPAREL
ENGAGE WITH YOUR CONSUMERS LIKE NEVER BEFORE
HOW GS1 STANDARDS IN GENERAL MERCHANDISE AND APPAREL SUPPORT YOUR BUSINESS
Consumers are demanding more information about the products they buy, driving change across Australia’s diverse and fast‑paced general merchandise and apparel sector. Retailers are adapting to meet these expectations in both physical stores and online marketplaces.
 | Inventory Accuracy |
Inventory Accuracy
Improves stock visibility and reduces errors through globally unique product identification and tracking.
 | shipping confidence |
shipping confidence
Enhances delivery accuracy with standardised logistics labels and serialised shipping container codes.
 | DATA CONSISTENCY |
DATA CONSISTENCY
Ensures all trading partners access the same accurate, standardised product data at the same time.
 | Speed to market |
Speed to market
Accelerates product launches with efficient, automated data sharing and reduced manual processes.
 | SUSTAINABILITY |
SUSTAINABILITY
Supports waste reduction and responsible sourcing through improved supply chain efficiency and transparency.
 | TRACEABILITY |
TRACEABILITY
Provides end-to-end visibility of products from source to shelf using barcodes and RFID technology.
 | PARTNER TRUST |
PARTNER TRUST
Strengthens relationships by enabling transparent, reliable data exchange across the supply chain.
TRUSTED BY AUSTRALIA'S BIGGEST RETAILERS
GS1 standards have been underpinning Australian retail since 1979. Our barcodes are trusted by Australia's largest retailers and recommended for use on major online marketplaces.
GS1 STANDARDS IN ACTION
NEXT GEN BARCODES ARE COMING
KOOKAÏ RFID CASE STUDY
FREEDOM FURNITURE EDI CASE STUDY
2D IN RETAIL ADVISORY GROUP
RFID COALITION
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GENERAL MERCHANDISE
APPAREL, FOOTWEAR AND TEXTILES