PCIS (Electronic Product Code Information Services) is GS1’s flagship standard for sharing data to enhance visibility across the supply chain.
EPCIS enables stakeholders to capture, store, and share real-time data regarding products, locations, and logistics units, answering key questions like What? Where? When? Why?
CBV complements EPCIS by providing a set of definitions for key data values. It ensures businesses can effectively populate data structures in EPCIS, enabling seamless data sharing across platforms.
CBV is essential for industries transitioning to digital transformation, as it supports the integration of new technologies like IoT.
Transforming Data Into Actionable Insights
Improved traceability of goods and assets across the supply chain
Standardized formats for data, ensuring consistency across partners
Enhanced real-time visibility for more informed decision-making
Streamlined compliance with regulations and sustainability standards
Better tracking of perishable goods and time-sensitive assets
Accurate tracking of products from origin to destination
Aggregating data on products, logistics units, and inventory
Supporting traceability of perishable goods and sensitive items
Certification of products, shipments, and locations to meet sustainability goals
PCIS supports various systems, allowing companies to digitally transform their supply chains. It integrates sensor data, certifications, and logistics information, enabling better tracking and enhanced visibility across multiple partners.
As a result, businesses can respond faster to market demands, improve operational efficiency, and maintain data consistency across the supply chain.