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Who may attend? GS1 Global Forum is reserved for GS1 Member Organisations' staff, board members and invited guests from partnering organisations and sponsors. Registration fees may apply, see details here. 

GS1 Registration Desk onsite hours: Sunday 15:30-18:30, Monday 08:00-17:30, Tuesday & Wed 08:00-17:00, Thurs. 08:30-13:00

Times are Central European Time (CET).

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All times are in Central European Time (CET)

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  • Digital Transformation
  • Healthcare
  • Knowledge & Skills
  • Other Sectors
  • Regional forums & Governance
  • Retail
  • Solutions & Innovation

8:00 - 9:00

Welcome coffee

9:00 - 10:00

Digital Transformation

This session will feature high-level speakers from key stakeholders, including European Union regulators, the Asia Development Bank, and industry leaders, discussing recent regulatory developments in Europe and other regions. These changes impact companies both within and beyond their borders, and the session will highlight how GS1 can help ensure ongoing market access for these businesses.

Topics will include GS1’s role in projects such as CIRPASS II (Collaborative Initiative for a Standards-based Digital Product Passport for Stakeholder-Specific Sharing of Product Data for a Circular Economy) and collaborations with the Asia Development Bank (ADB).

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) |Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: Retail - Apparel | Session leader(s): Francesca Poggiali, GS1

Digital Transformation

Participants of this session will receive an update on the Global Data Synchronisation Network (GDSN) modernisation project and hear from GDSN Board Members and the team about the project status, roadmap and the GDSN Sidecar Vision. In addition to some exciting updates we will offer an extended Q&A session to give all participants the opportunity to ask their burning questions to GDSN Board Members and the team first hand.

Virtual only session | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: All industries| Session leader(s): Markus Mueller, GS1

Other Sectors

Driven by the G20 Group's initiative, the Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) has emerged as the premier identifier within the financial realm. The GS1 Worldwide LEI Programme, comprising 24 GS1 Member Organisations (MOs), has actively embraced this development and achieved remarkable success.

Have you ever considered becoming a part of the LEI Programme? Are you intrigued by its significance? Would you like to engage with the LEI team? Your presence would be most appreciated!

During this session, we will present the latest Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and essential trends. Additionally, we invite you to join our discussion on LEI, exploring potential synergies with our traditional GS1 business.

Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and involved in the forefront of financial identification excellence.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all |Session leader(s): Tilo Arnold, GS1 | Target audience: All industries

Retail

A session to share insights from GS1 Retail’s industry interviews and assess key priorities for the federation. Topics include:

  • Overview of interviewed industry players (brands, retailers, solution providers, alliances, non-profits) and sectors (CPG, fresh foods, apparel, marketplaces)
  • Cross-sector themes such as standards, education, and services requiring global collaboration
  • Sector-specific insights to shape global industry engagement strategies
  • Tools and working groups MOs can access for engagement support

This supports GS1 objectives:

  • Foster adoption of GS1 standards by companies of all sizes, equipping MOs and industry with insights to promote priority use cases
  • Develop standards with industry, highlighting standards work backed by industry

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: Marketplaces, Retail - Apparel, Retail - CPG, Retail - Fresh foods |Session leader(s): Nellie Gayle, GS1

10:00 - 10:30

Coffee break

10:30 - 12:00

Solutions & Innovation

When GS1 talks to Member Companies about the Global Migration to 2D, there are often a lot of questions about how to use GS1 Digital Link. The potential is usually obvious but it may be difficult to actually realise the maximum benefits of those QR Codes Powered by GS1. Fortunately, there are a lot of solution providers who can help. What sort of services do they offer? Are they conformant with the GS1 standards? And how can an Member Organisation (MO) draw on that support while remaining neutral between different partners?

This session pairs up MOs with solution providers they’re working with to bring GS1 Digital Link to life. These ‘Pioneer Sponsors’ will be available throughout the day to answer your questions.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Phil Archer, GS1

Digital Transformation

Join this session to explore the potential of GS1 Registries and Verified by GS1 in addressing critical industry challenges. 

Hear from sector experts, Member Organisations and GO programme and product leaders as they showcase real-world applications of three impactful use cases:

  • Access to Enriched Product Master Data
  • Certifications, Claims & Traceability
  • Customs & Trade Digitalisation

Learn WHY GS1 Registries are essential to industries and regulators, HOW they create value for stakeholders and WHAT steps MOs should take to ensure effective engagement, adoption and usage.

Gain insights into how GS1 Registries and Verified by GS1 drive compliance, efficiency, and innovation—and contribute to strategic thinking on which holistic registries use case should be prioritised for the future. 
 

Hybrid (In-person only and virtual session) | Who should attend: Only GS1 MO and GO staff |Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Chris Liu & Michael James, GS1

Other Sectors

In this session, we’ll showcase a range of use cases to demonstrate the importance of standards across different stages of the construction value chain. Additionally, we’re developing animations to visually engage and inform the audience.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: Technical industries | Session leader(s): Ildikó Lieber, GS1

Knowledge & Skills

This interactive session is ideal for newcomers seeking a strong foundation in GS1 and its standards, as well as a valuable refresher for those looking to deepen their knowledge. FUNdamentals offers a comprehensive learning experience, answering key questions such as: Why do companies join GS1? What value does GS1 provide? Participants will explore the GS1 standards system’s core concepts and architecture, gaining a clear understanding of how it all works together to maintain system integrity. Tailored to the audience's needs, each session covers a different angle or sector.

Join FUNdamentals, your one-stop shop for learning, asking questions, and engaging with experts. Bring your curiosity and let your voice be heard!

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Nora Kaci, GS1

12:00 - 13:00

Networking lunch

12:10 - 12:50

Solutions & Innovation

Enjoy a up close opportunity to discuss challenges and the latest software solutions supporting the healthcare and the retail 2D migration. This session will have a focused discussion with an industry expert. This session is sponsored and presented by experts from Rea and Datalogic.

In-person only | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: Healthcare, Retail - Apparel, Retail - CPG, Retail - Fresh foods, Retail - General merchandise|  Session leader(s): Sponsoring solution provider experts and Steven Keddie & Sophie Molle, GS1

13:00 - 14:10

Join us for an insightful opening plenary that begins with a warm welcome from our GS1 President and CEO, Renaud de Barbuat, and GS1 Management Board Chairman, Mark Batenic. They will kick off the week with an inspiring view of the future of GS1, marking the start of the next 50 years of GS1. 

This session will then delve into the transformative potential of next-generation barcodes in the retail industry. We will showcase how leading global companies are leveraging 2D barcodes, such as QR Codes powered by GS1 or GS1 DataMatrix, to drive operational efficiency, enhance consumer engagement, and promote sustainability. Our distinguished speakers will highlight real-world examples of how these innovative barcodes are revolutionising retail operations and creating significant value for both businesses and consumers. Discover how these pioneers are leading the way in the industry and encouraging their peers to adopt 2D barcodes, ultimately benefiting the entire retail ecosystem.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the future of retail and learn how GS1 standards are at the forefront of this exciting transformation..

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Open to all | Target audience: All industries

Speakers:

14:30 - 15:30

Knowledge & Skills

Join us for an insightful session on the GS1 Global Product Classification (GPC) standard, where we will explore various aspects of GPC, including new training materials, recent improvements, and real-world use cases. This session is designed to provide valuable information and practical insights for businesses and technical personnel involved in product classification and data management.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all |Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Eileen Harpell & Elsa Braz, GS1

14:30 - 16:00

Knowledge & Skills

In today’s rapidly changing world, leadership requires a strong learning orientation, resilience, and adaptability—both personally and digitally. Join us for an engaging session designed to challenge your perspectives, inspire a growth mindset, and develop leadership capabilities within yourself, your teams, and organisation. The workshop will provide opportunities to:

  • Self-reflect: Explore how you lead yourself and identify areas for personal growth.
  • Inspire: Exchange strategies to motivate and support team members and colleagues effectively.
  • Influence organisational outcomes: Understand how your leadership impacts organisational success, especially during times of ambiguity and change.

Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate and grow as a leader. Let’s build a resilient future together. In-person only | Restricted: Only GS1 MO and GO staff | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Robyn Burke & Patricia Alhadeff, GS1

In-person only | Restricted: Only GS1 MO and GO staff | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Robyn Burke & Patricia Alhadeff, GS1

Solutions & Innovation

In this session, as a follow up of the last year Forum session, we will show real examples of Artificial intelligence (AI) application in the Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) domain with the support from solution providers. In the session we will present the ongoing activities on JSON and API implementation (Order-to-Cash, eCMR...).

A slot of the session will be also dedicated to the development of the trainings to support the diffusion and the innovation in the EDI domain.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Piergiorgio Licciardello, GS1

Solutions & Innovation

This session will supply insights for industry members and our GS1 Member Organisation community on current and emerging printing technologies. In the session the participant will discover "what you need to know" to print 2D barcodes across various technologies. The participant will also discover what scanners updates are needed to be successful in pilots and during the 2D in Retail transition phase. Experience live demonstrations of "what's possible" for today's printers and scanners both for general retail and over the counter healthcare.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: Healthcare, Retail - Apparel, Retail - CPG, Retail - Fresh foods, Retail - General merchandise| Session leader(s): Steven Keddie & Sophie Molle, GS1

16:00 - 16:30

Coffee break

16:30 - 17:45

Solutions & Innovation

Join us to see how industry leaders are bringing the GS1 pillars of Identify, Capture, Share, and Use to life. Learn why they think switching to 2D barcodes is essential for sustainable solutions

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Open to all | Target audience: Healthcare, Retail - Apparel, Retail - CPG, Retail - Fresh foods, Retail - General merchandise | Session leader(s): Steven Keddie and Sophie Molle, GS1

17:45 - 18:45

Join us for our exciting Welcome reception on the first evening of the event. This reception is all about networking, connecting with peers from around the world, and engaging with our sponsors in our new venue.

Highlights:

  • Networking opportunities: Meet and connect with industry leaders, innovators, and peers.
  • Sponsor booths: Explore sponsor booths to learn about the latest innovations and see live demonstrations.
  • Delicious hors d'oeuvres: Enjoy a variety of appetizers while you mingle.
  • Wine and beer: Refresh yourself with a selection of wines and beers.

This reception is designed to foster connections, provide insights into new solutions, and set the stage for an exciting forum. We look forward to welcoming you and making this a memorable evening!

In-person only | Who should attend: Open to all

7:30 - 8:30

Welcome coffee

8:30 - 9:45

Knowledge & Skills

This session offers an in-depth look at the shifting public policy landscape at both global and regional levels. Attendees will gain valuable insights into key regulatory trends impacting GS1’s work and shaping the future of global trade.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: Marketplaces, Retail - Apparel, Retail - CPG, Retail - Fresh foods, Retail - General merchandise, Transport & Logistics, Technical industries | Session leader(s): Francesca Poggiali, GS1

8:30 - 10:00

Digital Transformation

As industries face increasing demands for product information, the transition to 2D barcodes has become urgent. This invitation-only workshop for GS1 MOs will help to identify the tools and support MOs and industry require to meet the retail 2027 Global Migration to 2D goal.

Participants will help shape global priorities and strategies for the final years of this journey, which is critical to aid a smooth transition across all regions. Whether your MO is just starting, progressing, or already successful, this session will make sure your voice is heard.

The clock is ticking— let's work together drive in the global migration to 2D in retail!

In-person only | Who should attend: Invite-only | Target audience: Retail - CPG, Retail - Fresh foods, Retail - General merchandise, Retail - Apparel | Session leader(s): Tania Snioch, GS1

Knowledge & Skills

Join us for an insightful session on how GS1 drives impactful training initiatives globally and locally and leverages the GS1 e-Academy with GS1 staff and members! GS1 Member Organisations (MOs) will share their latest training programs, best practices, and inspiring success stories that you can apply to your learning strategies. Whether you want to elevate your employees' skills or empower your members, this session will spark new ideas to enhance your training approach.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and be inspired by fellow GS1 leaders worldwide!

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Only GS1 GO and MO staff | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Simona Scaringi & Sara Cavallucci, GS1

Knowledge & Skills

After 50 years in the industry, it’s time to make sure everyone knows not just who GS1 is, but why we matter. Join us to learn about the new GS1 Brand Building Framework, developed with MOs to position GS1 for membership growth over the next 50 years. This framework focuses on:

  1. WHO we target: we will focus on customer needs first for audiences such as small and medium size enterprises, c-suite executives, and regulators.
  2. WHAT we stand for: we will leverage a unified brand positioning globally.
  3. HOW we bring our offer to market: we will strengthen how we bring our brand experiences to life with consistent plans around the world.

With this approach, we aim to expand awareness beyond supply chain professionals, ensuring more stakeholders understand GS1's value. This strategy will drive membership growth and retention, helping GS1 continue to grow for decades to come.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Nicolas Frerejean, GS1

10:00 - 10:30

Coffee break

10:30 - 11:30

Digital Transformation

The Links Registry enables a decentralised data network as the demand for richer product and company information grows, driven by regulations and consumer needs. We’ll begin by exploring why the Links Registry is essential for meeting these demands and the benefits it offers to Verified by GS1 and the GO Resolver.

The session’s main goal is to provide MOs with practical and technical guidance to get started.

Discover recent enhancements to the Links Registry, reengineered based on MO feedback, and how to use the API documentation and support channels to implement and connect your local solution. Learn about the upcoming Links Service Component as a possible alternative to local development.

Get practical guidance from peers to connect to the Links Registry!

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Only GS1 MO and GO staff | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Erik Major, GS1

Healthcare

Hear how you can get involved to champion and support the elimination of multiple barcodes on healthcare product packs at the point of scan, including point of care to improve efficiency and safety.

GS1 Healthcare has partnered with Deloitte to research the challenges associated in the supply chain with the existence of multiple barcode, assessed market readiness to transition to one barcode and identified actions the GS1 Healthcare community needs to undertake to support the transition to 'One product, one barcode'.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Only GS1 MO and GO staff | Target audience: Healthcare | Session leader(s): Elisa Zwaneveld, GS1

10:30 - 12:00

Solutions & Innovation

This session will provide an overview of the latest GS1 tools that are available to support successful understanding and implementation of the GS1 system of standards. Resources focused on succesful 2D implementation and EPC/Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) will be featured, including demonstration of their use.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: All industries, Retail - General merchandise, Retail - Fresh foods | Session leader(s): Dan Mullen, GS1

Knowledge & Skills

Join us for an engaging workshop focused on how GS1 can become a brand recognised by everyone, everywhere. We'll explore inspiring Go-To-Market strategies for positioning GS1's standards and services to be more relevant and understood by our audiences.

This session will go beyond just media approaches, sharing best strategies bringing core value to our audiences through impactful, customer-centric storytelling. You'll hear concrete examples of how GS1 Member Organisations are bringing our brand to life, tailored to resonate with specific audiences and industries.

By aligning our efforts across the organisation, we aim to create a unified message, expand our global reach, and grow a community of industry advocates who can amplify GS1’s story worldwide.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Jennifer Gordon & Carlos Carnicero Urabayen, GS1

12:00 - 13:00

Networking lunch & option for Table Topics

13:00 - 14:00

Healthcare

Join us for an insightful session at the GS1 Global Forum where we delve into the transformative impact of GS1 standards in healthcare. The GS1 hospital session will help our colleagues understand real-world applications of GS1 standards, highlighting how hospitals are improving patient safety, operational efficiency, and traceability of products and equipment. It will also cover the available materials to support engaging hospitals locally. Bring along your healthcare marketing colleagues too!

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Only GS1 MO and GO staff | Target audience: Healthcare | Session leader(s): Claire Clarke, GS1

13:00 - 14:30

Knowledge & Skills

Join this forward-looking session on the future of customer service, where we will explore how GS1 Member Organisations evolve customer service, through new technologies, communication channels, and customer service best practices.

Learn practical insights on how to benefit from Artificial Intelligence, automation, and social media to meet rising customer expectations.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all |Target audience: All industries| Session leader(s): Tom Knapen & Sara Cavallucci, GS1

Digital Transformation

The Digital Product Passport (DPP) is becoming a vital tool for enhancing transparency, compliance, and sustainability in global trade. This session will explore how the DPP enables cross-border interoperability, supports circular economies, and ensures products meet evolving regulatory standards. Discover how GS1 standards can play a pivotal role in achieving these goals.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: Marketplaces, Retail - Apparel, Retail - CPG, Retail - Fresh foods, Retail - General merchandise, Transport & Logistics, Technical industries | Session leader(s): Francesca Poggiali, GS1

Retail

This session will focus on practical guidance for those MOs looking to get started or accelerate their 2D implementation. Hear tips, tricks, learnings and recommendations from research undertaken across the Federation. In addition, MOs who have practical 2D implementation experience will share their recommendations with the audience. Join us to learn more, as 2027 is approaching quickly!

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: MO and GO only | Target audience: Retail - Apparel, Retail - CPG, Retail - Fresh foods, Retail - General merchandise, Marketplaces| Session leader(s): Elena Tomanovich, Tania Snioch & Jessica Tomlinson, GS1

14:30 - 15:00

Coffee break

15:00 - 16:00

Come and celebrate 20 years of GS1 in healthcare! This engaging session will explore the transformative power of a simple scan, leveraging the "One Product, One Barcode" report. Hear from industry leaders on how GS1 transformed the supply chain and strengthened patient safety, setting the stage for a seamless, smart healthcare future. Don’t miss this glimpse into GS1 Healthcare!

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Open to all | Target audience: All industries

Speakers: 

16:30 - 18:30

Regional forums & Governance

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Restricted: For MO staff from the North American region or by invitation only.

16:30 - 17:15

Solutions & Innovation

Enjoy a up close opportunity to discuss challenges and challenges and the latest printing solutions supporting the healthcare and the retail 2D migration. This session will have a focused discussion with an industry expert. This session is sponsored and presented by experts from Wipotec,

In-person only | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: Healthcare, Retail - Apparel, Retail - CPG, Retail - Fresh foods, Retail - General merchandise|  Session leader(s): Sponsoring solution provider experts and Steven Keddie & Sophie Molle, GS1

16:30 - 19:00

Regional forums & Governance

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Restricted: For MO staff from the Latam region or by invitation only.

7:30 - 8:30

Welcome coffee

8:30 - 12:00

Regional forums & Governance

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Restricted: For MO staff from the Asia-Pacific region or by invitation only.

Regional forums & Governance

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Restricted GS1 MO and GO only 

Regional forums & Governance

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | For GS1 MO staff from the MEMA region or by invitation only.

10:00 - 10:30

Coffee break

12:00 - 13:00

Networking lunch & option for Table Topics

13:00 - 14:00

Digital Transformation

In today's omni-channel world, consumers not only buy online but also research products online before making in-store purchases. GS1 product image standards are continuously evolving to meet critical business needs, particularly in "mobile first" and other digital assets linked to the GTIN (product).

This session will cover:

  1. The industry's perspective on the necessity of GS1-compliant product images globally.
  2. Insights from a GS1 MO product image service.
  3. The award-winning e-Academy product image training, quick-reference guides, and industry engagement tools.
  4. Emerging demands and the tools and knowledge your MO needs to address this growing industry requirement.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) |Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: Marketplaces, Retail - Apparel, Retail - CPG, Retail - Fresh foods, Retail - General merchandise | Session leader(s): Elsa Braz & David Buckley, GS1
 

Other Sectors

Based on the GS1 in rail application standards developed by us and our users, we have already won key players in the sector, e.g. SNCF, DB, SBB, NS, Siemens Mobility, Queensland Rail, Alstom, Indian Railways, CAF, etc., and together with them we are in an excellent position to roll out our GS1 standards worldwide.

In this session you will learn about the latest developments in this industry and we will show many practical applications from the industry and rail operators to achieve a greener, more efficient and safer way of traveling and transporting goods thanks to GS1 standards.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: Technical industries, Transport & Logistics | Session leader(s): Thorsten Kirschner, GS1

13:00 - 14:15

Retail

A panel comprised of Industry speakers sharing:

  • The needs of their companies going into the future
  • How GS1 standards and services enable efficiencies in their processes
  • How they are innovating and testing with real life testimonies and case studies

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: Retail | Session leader(s): Marie Burnay, Neslihan Burgaz & Lori Schrop, GS1

13:00 - 15:00

Knowledge & Skills

An interactive legal session that touches upon all essential legal topics relevant for GS1 MOs: Competition Law Caution (why does it exist? Where can MOs collaborate, and where do they compete?), Operational Manual, Internal Regulations, Principles of Non-Profit, Neutrality, Intellectual Property, Legal FAQs, etc.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Only GS1 MO and GO staff | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Romanie Dendooven, GS1

Solutions & Innovation

Buzzwords like trusted data, digital credentials, Verifiable Credentials, and decentralisation are everywhere, especially in discussions on future regulations, protecting high-value goods, and digitalising trade by eliminating paper documents at borders.

This session will clarify what these terms mean and their implications for GS1. We’ll explore the legal and policy framework, including Digital Product Passports being developed worldwide, and the concept of a digitally signed 'verified GS1 identity' for industry, MOs, and consumers. A demonstration will show the power of 'cryptographically secured data.'

This discussion is vital to GS1's future in policy and technology. Featured speaker: OriginTrail.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all |Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Phil Archer & Francesca Poggiali, GS1

15:00 - 15:30

Coffee break

15:30 - 17:00

Healthcare

Unique Device Identification (UDI) has been an important topic for most GS1 Member Organisations over the past years. During this session, we'll discuss recent regulatory and standard development updates. More importantly, you'll hear from Scott Durland from Johnson & Johnson Vision about data registration in EUDAMED (demonstration) and René Dullaart from Erasmus Medical Center about the importance of availability of data associated with the GTIN for healthcare providers.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) / Who should attend: Only GS1 MO and GO staff / Target audience: Healthcare / Session speaker(s): Neil Piper and Chiara Bernini, GS1 Global Office, Scott Durland, Johnson & Johnson Vision, René Dullaart, Erasmus Medical Center and Sietse Houtman, GS1 Netherlands

Digital Transformation

This session will give an update on the global sustainability programme activities, covering the status of workstreams and key focus areas, the roadmap for the programme activities as the implementation phase gets started.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Patrik Jonasson, GS1

Knowledge & Skills

Join us on a cross-functional session on unauthorised numbers to gain the latest insights and best practices.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Only GS1 MO and GO staff | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Romanie Dendooven, Stephanie van Rossum, Marie Burnay, Joe Horwood, GS1

Other Sectors

Transport and Logistics (T&L) sector is a cornerstone of global trade, and at GS1, we recognize its critical importance in ensuring seamless, efficient, and secure supply chains. During this session, we will explore how GS1 standards, particularly in the T&L sector, are driving innovation and efficiency. We will cover key topics such as the digitalisation of transport documents, the use of 2D barcodes on transport and logistics labels, and the GLN-based location registry. Additionally, we will address the impact of customs and regulatory compliance, showcasing how GS1 standards can support smoother cross-border trade.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Agata Horzela, GS1 Poland

Digital Transformation

This hands-on session is intended to give you specific guidance on reaching Activate-grade for GLN and connecting to the GLN Registry.

  • Either by self-certifying their own key issuance service
  • Or by using the global GLN Activate component

Based on experience from the 35+ MOs that are already connected, you will have the opportunity to interact with MO peers and the Global Office team.

In-person only | Who should attend: Invite-only | Target audience: All industries| Session leader(s): Naoki Van Acker & Tom Knapen, GS1

19:00 - 23:59

Prepare yourself for an unforgettable evening! The night will begin with a delightful reception, where you'll have the chance to mix and mingle with MO peers, board members, industry guests, and sponsors. Following the reception, enjoy a seated dinner with delectable buffets featuring cuisine from around the world. As the evening progresses, the atmosphere will transform into a vibrant celebration with a DJ spinning the latest hits, inviting everyone to move to the dance floor and let loose. This is your opportunity to unwind, make new connections, and create lasting memories in a fun and festive setting. Don't miss out on this exciting event – it's going to be a night to remember!

In-person only | Who should attend: Open to all

8:00 - 9:00

Welcome coffee

9:00 - 12:00

Regional forums & Governance

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Restricted: For GS1 presidents and CEOs only or by invitation

9:00 - 10:00

Other Sectors

This session will revolve around existing regulators registries for consumers goods involved in Customs, Deforestation, and Energy labels legislation. Join us to learn directly from regulators and operators about their data strategies.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: Marketplaces, Retail - Apparel, Retail - CPG, Retail - Fresh foods, Retail - General merchandise, Transport & Logistics, Technical industries | Session leader(s): Francesca Poggiali, GS1

Solutions & Innovation

Strengthening the future of GS1 identification is dependent on the new GS1 identification standard and passing the baton from the 2nd generation of identification leaders, to the 3rd generation of identification leaders. Join this session to learn about these efforts, including a potential platform for responding to new standards opportunities more efficiently.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Peta Ding & Nadi Gray, GS1

9:00 - 10:15

Digital Transformation

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a rapidly evolving field in technology. While machines that mimic human intelligence are already used in various sectors, a new generation of tools brings AI to everyday tasks. The possibilities are vast, but where to start?

Join this session to hear from GS1 peers on how they use AI to tackle challenges in areas from self-organisation to customer training and product improvement.

Discover how GS1 will share AI best practices in the future. Staying relevant in a fast-changing world requires vigilance about AI’s opportunities and challenges.

Practical examples in this session will spark this discussion.

Ideal for anyone interested in AI seeking practical help for everyday tasks.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) |Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Birgit Mahler & Simona Scaringi, GS1

10:15 - 10:45

Coffee break

10:45 - 12:00

Digital Transformation

Master data modernisation workshop with retailer, brand owner and content provider with focus on Data Model.

This session will cover:

  • Importance of well-defined Data Model across the supply chain.
  • Impact of poor data quality on operations
  • Data harmonisation, data quality and data governance.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: Marketplaces, Retail - Apparel, Retail - CPG, Retail - Fresh foods, Retail - General merchandise| Session leader(s): Markus Mueller & Paulo Barata, GS1

Knowledge & Skills

In today's fast-paced world, staying ahead requires continuous adaptation and innovation. This session will explore key strategies for aligning GS1 standards development via Global Standards Management Process (GSMP) with industry and GS1 Member Organisations. Topics will include:

  • How to get your project started in the GSMP to ensure global consistency and prioritisation
    • Developing standards to meet emerging regulations.
    • Embracing continuous improvement through innovation and evolution.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) | Who should attend: Only GS1 MO and GO staff | Target audience: All industries| Session leader(s):Andrew Hearn, GS1

Solutions & Innovation

Explore how RAIN RFID and NFC technologies can revolutionise your approach to loss prevention, brand protection, and consumer engagement. While RAIN RFID enhances supply chain efficiency, NFC is becoming essential for secure contactless payments. Learn how to leverage both technologies to safeguard brands and connect with customers. Hear firsthand experiences from early adopters in the apparel sector and gain valuable implementation insights.

Hybrid (in-person and virtual session) |Who should attend: Open to all | Target audience: All industries | Session leader(s): Claude Tetelin, GS1

12:00 - 13:00

Networking Lunch

13:00 - 14:00

Join us to hear from our President and CEO, Renaud de Barbuat, as he shares insights from the GS1 Executive Committee of the Board and we'll hear from GS1 regional MO CEOs about what's happening in their regions. The highly prestigious Everyone Makes a Difference Awards will be announced. This will be the 9th year of the awards! Don't miss the exciting closing plenary.

Open to all | Target audience: All industries | Speaker(s): Renaud de Barbuat, GS1; Tim Smucker, The J.M. Smucker Co., GS1 Chairman Emeritus and regional representatives