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Beyond the Lines: Understanding the Impact of 2D Barcodes

BY: DOUG NIEMEYER / DATE: 10/03/2024 / TOPICS: RETAIL, TRANSPORTATION & LOGISTICS, FOOD & BEVERAGE, HEALTHCARE, BARCODE BASICS, LABEL DESIGN, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

 

Read the blog to learn what a 2D barcode is, why they’re growing in popularity, and what the future looks like with GS1 Sunrise 2027.

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Crafting Clear Labels: How to Make Ingredient Labels That Meet Compliance

BY: NICK RECHT / DATE: 09/19/2024 / TOPICS: CANNABIS, FOOD & BEVERAGE, PHARMACEUTICAL, LABEL DESIGN, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

 

In today's health-conscious world, ingredient labels are more than a list of components. They’re a tool for consumer safety, transparency, and trust.  According to Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE), every 1 in 10 adults has a food allergy and has experienced a severe reaction. Whether you’re in the food & beverage, cosmetics, cannabis, or pharmaceutical industry, ensuring that your ingredient labels are accurate and compliant with regulatory standards is essential.

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The Importance of Traceability in Agriculture Labeling: How Label Design Software Can Help

BY: JENNA WAGNER / DATE: 09/05/2024 / TOPICS: AGRICULTURE & HORTICULTURE, FOOD & BEVERAGE, LABEL TRACEABILITY

 

In this blog, we’ll explore the importance of traceability in agriculture, how labels enable it, and the emerging trends shaping the future of agricultural traceability. We’ll also discuss ways label software solutions can help agricultural businesses create and manage traceable labels. 

 

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The Importance of Establishing a Single Source of Truth for Label Data

BY: NICOLE LEPKOWSKI / DATE: 07/11/2024 / TOPICS: MANUFACTURING, FOOD & BEVERAGE, LABEL DESIGN, PRINT AUTOMATION

 

Picture a world where your label data is always 100% right, cutting down on waste and making life easier for users. For many businesses—especially those in manufacturing, food and beverage, and other industries—that need precise labeling, this may seem impossible. But the answer is simple: having a single source of truth (SSOT) for label data.

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Everything You Need to Know for Improving Your Labeling Process

BY: NICK RECHT / DATE: 06/26/2024 / TOPICS: MANUFACTURING, WAREHOUSING & DISTRIBUTION, FOOD & BEVERAGE, MEDICAL DEVICE, PHARMACEUTICAL, ENTERPRISE LABEL MANAGEMENT, LABEL DESIGN

 

On June 26th, 1974, the first barcode was scanned on a pack of Wrigley’s Juicy Fruit Gum. This year, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the barcode. To this day, barcodes serve the same purpose as they did in 1974, identifying products throughout the supply chain. However, they have evolved significantly since 1974, with many advancements to 1D and 2D barcodes.  

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How to Automate Label Printing

BY: NICK RECHT / DATE: 03/07/2024 / TOPICS: MANUFACTURING, FOOD & BEVERAGE, ENTERPRISE LABEL MANAGEMENT, PRINT AUTOMATION

 

As our world moves towards a digital transformation, automation is a crucial tool for a thriving business. By automating processes, companies can make their workflows faster and more efficient, enabling them to do more with less. This blog will go over how to automate your label printing and how TEKLYNX can help in providing solutions.

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5 Tips for Managing Labeling and Artwork Management

BY: BOB TILLING / DATE: 01/25/2024 / TOPICS: MANUFACTURING, RETAIL, CHEMICAL, MEDICAL DEVICE, FOOD & BEVERAGE, COLOR LABELING, ENTERPRISE LABEL MANAGEMENT, CLOUD LABELING

 

In a recent webinar co-hosted by Kallik and TEKLYNX, industry experts gave insight into the evolving world of labeling and artwork content management for 2024. The webinar focused on providing practical advice and innovative solutions while centering around 5 Top Tips for Effective Labeling and Artwork Content Management in 2024.

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5 Experts Share Insights on Labeling, RFID & AIDC Technology Trends

BY: DOUG NIEMEYER / DATE: 12/21/2023 / TOPICS: RETAIL, WAREHOUSING & DISTRIBUTION, PHARMACEUTICAL, FOOD & BEVERAGE, RFID, SUSTAINABILITY

 

As we step into 2024, the landscape of labeling and Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) technologies is ready for growth. In this blog post, we bring you insights from five industry experts who shed light on the trends shaping the future of labeling processes, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), and the broader AIDC ecosystem.

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The Impact of the Food Date Labeling Act for Food Manufacturers

BY: JENNA WAGNER / DATE: 12/14/2023 / TOPICS: FOOD & BEVERAGE, LABEL DESIGN, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

 

Food waste is an ongoing challenge faced by the United States (US). According to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), approximately 30-40% of the annual food supply is thrown away. This issue arises from consumers misinterpreting the dates indicated on product labels.

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Smarter Labeling: Reduce Label Files with Variable Data

BY: TRAVIS WAYNE / DATE: 11/30/2023 / TOPICS: AEROSPACE & DEFENSE, AUTOMOTIVE, CANNABIS, FOOD & BEVERAGE, MANUFACTURING, MEDICAL DEVICE, PHARMACEUTICAL, RETAIL, LABEL DESIGN, PRINT AUTOMATION

 

When you need to print a label, how long does it take to find the correct file, populate the correct data, and start the print job? If you’re not leveraging the power of variable data on smart label templates, it could take several minutes just to find the right label file!

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Barcode Basics: How to Serialize Barcode Labels

BY: NICOLE LEPKOWSKI / DATE: 11/02/2023 / TOPICS: MANUFACTURING, FOOD & BEVERAGE, BARCODE BASICS, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

 

This blog will examine barcode serialization, looking at its fundamental concepts, the benefits it can offer to businesses, and its broad applications across multiple industries. Whether you are in a regulated or non-regulated industry, learn how barcode serialization can shape the future of your business.

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From Farm to Label: Understanding Agriculture Labeling

BY: TRAVIS WAYNE / DATE: 10/05/2023 / TOPICS: AGRICULTURE & HORTICULTURE, FOOD & BEVERAGE

 

As the agricultural landscape continues to evolve, the role of labels will only become more important in shaping the future of food production and consumption. This blog will go over common types of agriculture labeling including food, sustainability, and traceability labeling, common types of agriculture labels, and best practices. 

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Labeling’s Role in Food Safety and Product Recalls

BY: JENNA WAGNER / DATE: 09/01/2023 / TOPICS: FOOD & BEVERAGE, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE, LABEL TRACEABILITY

 

This blog goes over food safety labeling regulations, prepping for the FDA’s FSMA Section 204, the importance of label accuracy for recall prevention, and if a recall is unavoidable, how labeling solutions help identify the products to remove from the supply chain.

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An Introduction to Canada’s Labeling Requirements for Food Safety

BY: TRAVIS WAYNE / DATE: 08/10/2023 / TOPICS: FOOD & BEVERAGE, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

 

In Canada, robust food labeling requirements are in place for all manufacturers to ensure their labels on food products will protect their consumers. This blog will discuss Canadian food labeling requirements and how to comply with industry standards using barcode labeling software.  

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The ROI of Implementing an Automated Labeling System

BY: CASEY SCIANO / DATE: 07/27/2023 / TOPICS: FOOD & BEVERAGE, MANUFACTURING, PHARMACEUTICAL, TRANSPORTATION & LOGISTICS, PRINT AUTOMATION

 

Connecting your labeling system with your current business systems, like an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system or warehouse management system (WMS), can boost your ROI without investing in a new system. By using what you already have and adding automated labeling, you can tap into your existing data to get a clearer view of operations.

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Streamline Your Product Artwork Management with Software

BY: BOB TILLING / DATE: 07/13/2023 / TOPICS: CHEMICAL, PHARMACEUTICAL, FOOD & BEVERAGE, CLOUD LABELING, COLOR LABELING

 

In today's highly competitive business landscape, effective artwork management is crucial for companies looking to maintain a strong brand identity and deliver consistent messaging across their product lines. 

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Barcode Labeling Tips for Small Businesses

BY: JENNA WAGNER / DATE: 11/22/2022 / TOPICS: CANNABIS, FOOD & BEVERAGE, RETAIL, LABEL DESIGN

 

This blog will cover barcode labeling tips for small businesses to implement no matter where they’re at with their labeling process – handwriting labels, purchasing pre-printed labels from a vendor, or using software to design and print labels.

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Alcoholic Beverage Labeling & Compliance with TTB Guidelines

BY: NICK RECHT / DATE: 08/25/2022 / TOPICS: FOOD & BEVERAGE, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE, LABEL DESIGN

 

While the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulates all food and beverages in the United States and requires nutrition labels, there is one exception – alcohol. This blog will help break down the labeling regulations for alcoholic beverages, common labeling errors for alcohol, and how to overcome them.   

 

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Barcode Symbology: How to Choose the Right Barcode Type

BY: TRAVIS WAYNE / DATE: 08/11/2022 / TOPICS: FOOD & BEVERAGE, MANUFACTURING, PHARMACEUTICAL, RETAIL, SHIPPING & RECEIVING, WAREHOUSING & DISTRIBUTION, BARCODE BASICS, LABEL DESIGN, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

 

Barcode symbologies differ by the type of data they hold and are encoded with. In this blog, we go over the categories of barcodes, the most common types of barcodes, and how to choose the best one for your labels. 

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Linerless Labeling and Its Role in Sustainable Manufacturing

BY: RYAN PERSAUD, SR. NA CHANNEL BUSINESS MANAGER - THERMAL PRINTING SOLUTIONS AT BIXOLON / DATE: 06/09/2022 / TOPICS: FOOD & BEVERAGE, MANUFACTURING, RETAIL, WAREHOUSING & DISTRIBUTION, PRINT AUTOMATION, SUSTAINABILITY

 

There are many examples of how manufacturers are becoming more sustainable through reducing waste. In this blog, we will focus on the role of label printing and how linerless labeling is growing in popularity as a step towards more sustainable manufacturing. 

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Achieve Higher Quality Labels Through Better Connections

BY: TRAVIS WAYNE / DATE: 04/21/2022 / TOPICS: CHEMICAL, FOOD & BEVERAGE, HEALTHCARE, MEDICAL DEVICE, PHARMACEUTICAL, ENTERPRISE LABEL MANAGEMENT, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE, LABEL TRACEABILITY

 

When it comes to barcodes and their use on labels such as product, inventory, shipping, and case labels, quality is paramount. A poor-quality barcode label can result in delays in production, returns, chargebacks, poor customer experience, and potentially recalls – no company wants to face those headaches. Thankfully, there are many options and solutions to help improve the quality of barcode labels and safeguard your business’ labeling processes.

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How to Make Your Product Labels Stand Out with Images

BY: TRAVIS WAYNE / DATE: 12/02/2021 / TOPICS: CANNABIS, FOOD & BEVERAGE, RETAIL, LABEL DESIGN, COLOR LABELING

 

You’ve created a great product and made it to store shelves! Your hard work is starting to pay off, and now it’s time to make sure you’re setting your product up for the commercial success it deserves. Designing an attractive and professional product label is the best way to make sure your product stands out, and images are a great way to do just that.

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How to Support Your Omnichannel Supply Chain Strategy with Centralized Label Management

BY: NICK RECHT / DATE: 11/11/2021 / TOPICS: CANNABIS, FOOD & BEVERAGE, SHIPPING & RECEIVING, WAREHOUSING & DISTRIBUTION, RETAIL, MANUFACTURING, ENTERPRISE LABEL MANAGEMENT, CLOUD LABELING

 

To keep shoppers safe during the pandemic and provide a seamless customer experience no matter how they’re shopping – online from a mobile device or in a brick-and-mortar store – many retailers started to implement an omnichannel approach to distribution. 

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How to Make Nutrition Labels for North America

BY: TRAVIS WAYNE / DATE: 09/09/2021 / TOPICS: FOOD & BEVERAGE, LABEL DESIGN, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

 

The nutrition label is a critical piece of information for consumers when making purchasing decisions, but for food manufacturing companies, the label is much more than calories and an ingredient list. Although changes to food labeling requirements are infrequent, when changes are made, they can be substantial. Companies need to be aware of any regulatory changes to reduce any negative impact an inaccurate label can incur such as fines, recalls, wasted materials, or negative consumer perception. 

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Enterprise Labeling Software: How to Automate High-Volume Label Printing

BY: NICK RECHT / DATE: 04/22/2021 / TOPICS: MANUFACTURING, FOOD & BEVERAGE, ENTERPRISE LABEL MANAGEMENT, PRINT AUTOMATION

 

Printing one label might sound simple, but many companies need to print thousands of labels per day. This can be a challenge when those labels must have unique data. As difficult as it might sound, printing thousands of unique labels per day can be easy with the correct enterprise labeling software.

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Enterprise Labeling Software: How to Manage Compliance Labeling

BY: TRAVIS WAYNE / DATE: 04/08/2021 / TOPICS: AUTOMOTIVE, CANNABIS, CHEMICAL, FOOD & BEVERAGE, HEALTHCARE, MEDICAL DEVICE, PHARMACEUTICAL, ENTERPRISE LABEL MANAGEMENT, LABEL TRACEABILITY, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

 

Compliance labeling is critical for manufacturers and distributors in many industries. Managing compliance labeling doesn’t need to cause headaches when you use a robust and reliable enterprise labeling system. Following these key principles will set you up for compliance labeling success.

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Label Automation for Distributors: Interview with a Director of Automation

BY: NICK RECHT / DATE: 11/19/2020 / TOPICS: FOOD & BEVERAGE, WAREHOUSING & DISTRIBUTION, SHIPPING & RECEIVING, PRINT AUTOMATION, CUSTOMER SUPPORT

 

Dot Foods came to a point in their labeling process where they were looking to modernize their labeling operations and improve speed & accuracy.

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How Barcodes on Food Labels Help Your Company and Your Customers Succeed

BY: TRAVIS WAYNE / DATE: 10/22/2020 / TOPICS: FOOD & BEVERAGE

 

Whether you’re in the food industry or are an avid grocery shopper, you know that barcode labels play an important role on food. From nutrition facts and allergen labeling to food supply chain traceability, the food labeling world is full of information that is necessary for each and every food label is full of necessary information. 

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Label Software for Meal Delivery: An Interview with a Business Owner

BY: TRAVIS WAYNE / DATE: 05/14/2020 / TOPICS: FOOD & BEVERAGE, LABEL DESIGN, CUSTOMER SUPPORT

 

Over the past five years, meal delivery has grown from a niche industry to a mainstay of the food industry. Especially in the current circumstances caused by the COVID-19 outbreak and subsequent lockdown orders, meal delivery is now an essential method for families to get dinner on the table.

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The Best Label Software for the Food & Beverage Industry

BY: NICK RECHT / DATE: 03/26/2020 / TOPICS: FOOD & BEVERAGE, LABEL DESIGN, ENTERPRISE LABEL MANAGEMENT, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

 

When it comes to the food and beverage industry, it is incredibly important to have the best label software in place to ensure efficiency, stability, and peace of mind throughout the supply chain.

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On-Demand Color Labeling Explained

BY: NICK RECHT / DATE: 08/07/2019 / TOPICS: MANUFACTURING, SHIPPING & RECEIVING, AUTOMOTIVE, CHEMICAL, HEALTHCARE, MEDICAL DEVICE, WAREHOUSING & DISTRIBUTION, PHARMACEUTICAL, CANNABIS, FOOD & BEVERAGE, LABEL DESIGN, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE, COLOR LABELING

 

Imagine a world without color - pretty boring, right?

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