GS1 Sunrise 2027

Sunrise 2027 Barcode Printing & Printer Readiness

Prepare for GS1 Sunrise 2027 with scan-reliable GS1 2D barcodes using GS1 QR Code and GS1 DataMatrix. This site is a practical hub: requirements, printing best practices, and how to choose Sunrise 2027 barcode printers.

Start with the GS1 2D barcode printing guide to define symbol and data requirements, then compare Sunrise 2027 barcode printers to match your substrates and production speeds.

What “ready” means for printing

Scan reliability at speed

Readability must hold up on real packaging materials at real line speeds across shifts.

Print quality control

Contrast, symbol integrity, and repeatability matter more than a single “spec” on paper.

Data stability

Start with GTIN. Add lot/expiry/serialization only when downstream systems will use it.

Where teams start

Understand symbol options

Learn GS1 QR Code vs GS1 DataMatrix, data planning, and test approach.

How to print GS1 QR and GS1 DataMatrix

Select a printer path

Choose a solution that matches substrates, resolution needs, and production throughput.

Printer solutions for GS1 2D codes

FAQ

What is GS1 Sunrise 2027?

GS1 Sunrise 2027 is an industry target to support scanning and processing 2D barcodes at retail point-of-sale by the end of 2027, alongside traditional 1D barcodes.

How do I know if my 2D barcodes will scan reliably?

Validate on your real packaging materials at real line speeds. Combine barcode verification with scanner testing to confirm consistent scan performance across shifts and production conditions.