You may have heard of a new type of checkout experience that an increasing number of retailers are adopting. With RFID self-checkout technology, shoppers can place their desired items in a bin, where everything is scanned instantly. Items and prices are then displayed on a linked payment device, where buyers can quickly pay for their […]
January 2026 cheese recall: Everything you need to know!
In November 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sent out a recall alert for Boar’s Head® Pecorino Romano cheese. Then, in January 2026, the FDA updated that recall to a Class 1, indicating its highest level of risk. In today’s post, we’ll share everything you need to know about the January 2026 cheese […]
How the Barcode Revolutionized Retail
The barcode might not be as, well, exciting as the electric light or modern transport—but it has been every bit as important in transforming the lives we live today. The humble UPC barcode can now be found on everything from tubes of lip balm to massive shipping containers, and helps enable a global economy, rapid […]
Benefits of Marking and Coding Homemade Products
If you’re just starting to sell your own craft beer or homemade food product, you’re probably aware that you need to mark and code your items in order to comply with local and federal regulations. But you’re probably not aware of all the benefits of marking and coding your products. In today’s blog, we’ll explain […]