2D Barcodes: The Future of Barcoding is Here

2D barcodes, or Quick Response (QR) codes, are a new type of bar code that can hold much more information than typical barcodes. They are able to store information in both vertical and horizontal directions, allowing you to store more data in a smaller space. Because of this, along with other benefits, they are increasingly being adopted into many industries.

In Japan, most cell phones are already equipped with 2D barcode readers that quickly scan via the cell phone’s camera lens. 2D barcodes are frequently used as marketing tools, strategically placed on billboards, maps, and posters, allowing the consumer to immediately access the information through their phone.

Not only are the 2D Barcodes easy for consumers to use, they offer a wide range of benefits for businesses:

• Capacity: 2D codes allow you to store more data in a smaller space than 1D codes
  
• Portability: 2D codes don’t require database access for decoding, instead data travels with the item
  
• Flexibility: Compact Matrix 2D codes can be read on curved surfaces
  
• Increased efficiency: Increased data capacity and flexibility make goods move more quickly
  
• Small Printout Size: Since 2D codes carry information both horizontally and vertically, they are able to encode the same amoun of data in 1/10th the space of traditional barcodes.
• Dirt and Damage Resistant: 2D codes have error correction capability, so data can be restored despite a dirty or damaged symbol.
  
• Emerging standards: New standards set the stage for millions of new products to be marked by 2D symbols in the coming years

Although 2D barcodes are rapidly emerging as a marketing tool, they are also used in the automotive and healthcare industries, as well as in the creation of electronic circuit boards. At the Coca-Cola Bottling factory in Chukyo, Japan, 2D barcodes are used to store product codes, expiration date, manufacturing history, and other relevant data.

Despite their popularity in Japan, 2D barcodes haven’t caught on in America just yet, but they are gaining momentum. Whatever industry you’re in, the 2D barcode is sure to be a revolutionary addition. When it comes time for your company to upgrade to 2D barcodes, Barcoding Inc. can help you smoothly integrate them into your current system.
So, why not join theJapanese in the 2D revolution— contact us today!

Contact a Barcoding Inc. representative today to learn more – 888.860.7226 – info@barcoding.com.

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