2D in Retail Advisory Group

About

The 2D in Retail Advisory Group brings together hundreds of retailers, solution providers and brand owners, to assist in the implementation of Next Generation (2D) barcodes for retail point of sale in Australia.

2027 is the date set by global industry when all retail point-of-sale systems will aim to scan Next Generation barcodes, worldwide.

Group members act as an advisory body for the retail industry. A working forum where members can discuss and exchange information and ideas relating to Next Generation barcodes.​

Meeting dates for 2026

• Wednesday 29 April
  
  Group objectives

• To identify and action opportunities that support retail cross-industry collaboration

• To represent the interests of the retail industry as a whole and make recommendations to GS1 Australia as required ​

Participant benefits​

The 2D in Retail Advisory Group provides members with opportunities to:​

• Network and collaborate with other industry experts​

• Stay informed of updates to GS1 standards​

• Tap into global knowledge and experience​

Who should join?​

The group is open to all interested parties involved with the implementation of Next Generation barcodes including:​

• Solution providers ​

• IT developers/engineers ​

• Production line managers ​

• Facility managers ​

• Quality assurance ​

• Packaging companies ​

• Project managers/sponsors ​

• Printing companies

Next Steps​

You are invited to join the 2D in Retail Advisory Group where your expertise and insights will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Next Generation barcode implementation in Australia. ​