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Bar coding is a technology that has been used for decades. Although the first major thrust of implementation took place in the retail food industry, nearly all other sectors are now enjoying substantial benefits. The successful use of bar coding involves many different ingredients. The primary objective of the “Ten Key Points of Bar Coding” is to summarize the various factors into simple, understandable terms. If this foundation is understood and used properly, there is a very high probability of successful implementation. These vital tips are based on real world experiences and will primarily focus on Code 39, Code 128 and U.P.C./EAN linear symbologies. However, many of these fundamentals will apply to other linear, two-dimensional and matrix codes
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