Modern retailing depends on uniform standards. They are the basis for efficient processes. Standards ensure that the exchange of goods, data and services works smoothly and cost-efficiently - nationally and internationally.
Standards are a Success Factor
In order to ensure that new technologies are established around the world global standards have to apply. This applies to business partners from China, Germany, France or the USA –all involved parties have to speak the same language from a technical point of view. METRO Group is involved in national and international organizations with numerous companies from manufacturing, IT and logistics to promote and spread standards.
Efficient Unit Loads: Standards on the Move
EUL Standards apply for shipping units and ensure that goods stream through the supply chain quickly.
SSCC: Pallets with their own Identity
The Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC) accelerates processes in goods entry and warehouse management and boosts reliability.
GS1: The Gatekeeper of Standards
GS1 is in charge of developing and assigning the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) - formerly EAN - and develops standards for electronic data interchange.
EPCglobal: Serving RFID Globally
EPC global develops standards for RFID technology.