Transport and Logistics plays a crucial role in the supply chain process and today no transport and logistics company can be efficient without robust information technology and data communication support.
GS1 has already developed the set of well-recognized standards for theTransportand Logistics sector. These solutions include bar coding andcommunication standards:
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Serial Shipment Container Code (SSCC) for the unique identification of logistic units worldwide
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Business message standards in XML and EANCOM formats
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Number of application identifiers (AI) specifically developed for the identification of logistics units, including AI (401) Consignment number, AI (402) Shipment identification number, as well as AIs related to identification of locations.
Transport and Logistics companies get competitive advantage by applying GS1 standards across their supply chain operations. Benefits can include improved efficiency, increased visibility of the flow of shipments, more efficient handling and inventory management, increased security of distribution and speed of operations.
GS1 Logistics Forum
GS1 has launched the GS1 Logistics Forum to help manufacturers and material suppliers, retailers, logistic service providers and carriers achieve greater benefits of interoperability and improve visibility of the flow of goods through the supply chain.
SSCC-UCR Pilot
The SSCC-UCR Pilot is a high level proof of concept of demonstrating the use of the GS1 Serial Shipment Container Code (SSCC) as the WCO Unique Consignment Reference (UCR) number in the Wine and Spirits supply chain between the United Kingdom and Australia.
