Barcode numbers not only help identify products, but also enable efficient inventory management, tracking product movements, and providing accurate product information to customers. In this article, we will guide you step-by-step through the process of quickly and easily registering for a new barcode number.
Codes Barcode numbers are a useful tool to help optimize the sales process and manage goods. It consists of two parts: the code of the goods and the barcode that denotes that code in the form of lines that can be read by the machine. Each type of product that differs in nature, quantity, or packaging will have a distinct code, which will be used for a long time throughout the life of the product. When there is a change in product parameters (e.g., weight, packaging), a new code needs to be issued. This code does not contain information about the characteristics, quality, or price of the goods, but is just a unique string of numbers to identify the product.
- Increase productivity: Help quickly calculate and invoice customers.
- Savings: Reduce the need for human resources and save time in inventory and calculation.
- Accuracy: Accurately distinguish goods, avoid confusion in the process of calculating prices and serving customers.
Step 1: Prepare the dossier
- The dossier comprises:
- Barcode code registration form (according to the form).
- List of product lists registered with barcode codes. - A written authorization for the person to submit the dossier (if any).
- A notarized copy of the certificate of registration of the enterprise/individual business household. - Number of dossiers: 02 sets.
Step 2: Declare the dossier through the portal system
- Enterprises/business households declare information and register for barcode accounts via the web portal at http://vnpc.gs1.org.vn/.
Step 3: Submit your application
- Submit the application at the GS1 Office – Directorate for Standards, Metrology and Quality, together with the registration fee and maintain the barcode number for the first year.
- Form of dossier submission: Delivery or direct submission.
- Form of fee payment: Bank transfer or cash.
Step 4: Get a temporary barcode number - After the application and fee are fully submitted, GS1 will notify the temporary barcode number via the portal system and email.
- Processing time: 5-7 working days.
Step 5: Declare product information
- Enterprises need to declare product information on the unit's account at the http://vnpc.gs1.org.vn/. The system can automatically generate a barcode number after the information is filled in completely.
Step 6: Receive the Barcode Code Certificate
- After about 1 month from the date of issuance of the temporary barcode code and completing step 5, the enterprise shall go to the GS1 Office to receive the original barcode code certificate.
- Advising on legal regulations related to the registration and use of barcode codes.
- Effective advice on the use of barcode codes.
- Drafting dossiers and representing customers to register codes at GS1 Vietnam.
- Instruct customers on how to create and manage commodity codes to optimize business management.
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