EPC/RFID Standards
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Back to Standards for Automatic Data CaptureAutomatic identification through radio frequency
RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) is a technology that allows information to be read and exchanged via radio waves.
In the GS1 system, unique identification is achieved through Electronic Product Code (EPC) — a global standard used to instantly recognise and track products, logistics units or individual assets through RFID technology.
Unlike classic barcodes, the RFID system can identify several items simultaneously, without requiring individual scanning or direct line of sight.
How does it work?
Identification
The product or asset is assigned a unique GS1 identifier.
Conversion into EPC format
The identifier is converted into digital format for RFID tags.
Automatic capture
RFID readers detect and interpret the information via radio frequency.
Real-time visibility
Data is transmitted to information systems for tracking and analysis.
Why does EPC/RFID matter?
No individual scanning
Multiple products can be read simultaneously.
Rapid stocktaking
Reduced time needed to check stock levels.
Real-time visibility
Locating and tracking products across the entire logistics chain.
Process automation
Reduced human intervention and operational errors.
Advanced traceability
Monitoring the movements and events associated with products and assets.
Where is it used?
EPC/RFID technologies are applied across sectors where speed, accuracy and real-time visibility are essential — from warehouses and shops to hospitals and production lines.
Logistics and distribution
Monitoring pallets, containers and shipments.
Retail
Rapid stocktaking and improved product availability.
Asset management
Identification and tracking of equipment and reusable assets.
Healthcare
Management of medical devices and equipment traceability.
Industry and manufacturing
Control of material flows and process automation.
EPC/RFID Standards
The EPC/RFID ecosystem includes standards for identification, communication and information exchange between equipment and systems.
Identification standards
Defining how information is encoded onto RFID tags.
Communication standards
Rules for communication between tags and readers.
Standards for applications
Integrating RFID readers and the events they generate into information systems.
EPC/RFID and modern traceability
Combined with GS1 identification and data exchange standards, EPC/RFID provides a complete real-time picture of the movement of products and assets, contributing to operational efficiency, loss reduction and increased levels of automation.
Barcodes or RFID?
The right technology depends on the use case.