Carton identification codes give each shipping unit a unique, machine-readable identifier – a barcode, QR code, or RFID tag – enabling automated scanning at every point in the supply chain, from palletizing stations to warehouses and transfer hubs.
Source: https://www.gs1.org/standards/barcodes/gs1-128
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