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PMA Traceability Comments - 03/03/2010
Comments to the FDA on Traceability
GS1 DataBar Implementation Guide - 12/07/2009
The DataBar Implementation Guide was created to explain the DataBar, how to incorporate it and its advantages. DataBar Online was also created to allow sellers of produce to communicate their item numbers used inside of the DataBar (ie., the GTIN) to their buyers, and to allow buyers to download the information into their Point-of-Sale systems.
DataBar Frequently Asked Questions - 10/21/2009
This document contains frequently asked questions on DataBar.
Industry Roadmap: Building the Fresh Foods Supply Chain of the Future - 07/21/2009
This document, created by a coalition of fresh food associations, suggests a solution to the industry’s current inability to identify, mark, manage, and track fresh food products across the food supply chain and at point-of-sale.
Item Level Marking - 04/14/2009
This document will assist the industry on when to use a DataBar versus a UPC.
Produce Traceability Initiative vs. DataBar - 03/31/2009
Due to the high volume of questions we have received on this matter, this document was created to address the differences between the Produce Traceability Initiative (PTI) and the DataBar.
Floral Attributes - 03/31/2009
Attributes used to describe floral products.
Produce Attributes - 03/31/2009
Attributes used to describe produce.
Best Practices Pallet Labeling - 02/23/2009
Addresses the ability to read one pallet label for inbound receiving without having to read every single case and without having to electronically send the information contained on the pallet label ahead of time.
Best Practices for Case Labeling - 02/05/2009
This document outlines the outcome of the Case Label Subgroup of the Produce Traceability Initiative.
GTIN Assignment Strategy - 02/05/2009
A strategy recommended by PMA for produce companies to assign GTIN numbers at the case level.
Press Release 9-24-08 DataBar Revolutionizing Point of Sale Product Identification - 10/30/2008
September 24, 2008 Press Release which provides description of DataBar and the benefits it provides.
Floral GTIN Implementation Guide - 10/24/2008
Companies that buy, sell, pack, and distribute floral products have reached a crossroads in the way they conduct business. After increasing consolidation and expansion, companies are now finding that they must rely on boosting the efficiency and effectiveness of their supply chains to help drive continued growth.
Produce Traceability Initiative Action Plan - 10/14/2008
As part of the Produce Traceability Initiative, this plan, prepared and endorsed by industry leaders in September 2008, was launched by PMA, CPMA and UFPA in October 2008.
Fresh Foods Identification Strategy - 09/18/2008
GS1 Global Fresh Foods Identification Strategy - contains suggestions on how to deploy the new barcode (GS1 DataBar) and the additional data it could carry.
Traceability Frequently Asked Questions - 08/13/2008
Q&A document on the Produce Industry Traceability Solution
Technology & Standards Glossary of Terms - 07/11/2008
Terms and definitions for technology and standards industry language.
PLU Application - 05/19/2008
Apply for a new PLU code for fresh produce
RFID in the Produce Supply Chain - 05/06/2008
RFID in the Produce Supply Chain
GTIN: making a case for standards - 05/05/2008
GTIN: Case for Streamlining the Supply Chain
UPC Application for Produce - 02/01/2008
Apply for a new UPC for fresh produce
UPC Application for Floral - 02/01/2008
Apply for a new UPC for floral