In consumer packaged goods manufacturing, coding and marking systems play a critical role in keeping production lines moving and products compliant. These systems apply essential information such as: Date codes Lot numbers Batch codes Barcodes QR codes Data Matrix codes Product identifiers Traceability information …
Traceability Requirements for CPG Recall Readiness: A Complete Guide
For consumer packaged goods manufacturers, product recalls are among the most disruptive and expensive events a company can face. A recall can affect production, distribution, retailer relationships, regulatory standing, consumer trust, and brand reputation. When manufacturers cannot quickly identify which products are affected, where those products were produced, or where they were distributed, the impact can expand rapidly. That is …
How to Print Clear Barcodes on CPG Packaging: A Complete Guide
Barcodes are among the most important elements printed on consumer packaged goods. They help identify products, manage inventory, support retail checkout, improve traceability, and connect packaging to digital supply chain systems. Yet a barcode is only useful if it can be scanned accurately. Poorly printed barcodes can cause delays at checkout, rejected shipments, production waste, inventory errors, traceability gaps, and …
Date Coding Best Practices for Food and Beverage CPG Manufacturers
In the food and beverage industry, date codes are small markings with major responsibilities. A clearly printed production date, lot number, best-before date, or use-by date helps manufacturers protect consumers, comply with labeling requirements, manage inventory, improve traceability, and respond quickly when product quality issues arise. When date codes are missing, incorrect, unreadable, or poorly placed, the result can be …
How Coding and Marking Systems Improve Traceability in Food and Beverage Manufacturing
From ensuring product safety to maintaining compliance and protecting brand reputation, the ability to track products throughout the supply chain is critical. This is where food traceability systems play a central role. Coding and marking systems serve as the backbone of traceability by embedding key product information directly onto packaging. These systems enable manufacturers to identify, monitor, and manage products …





