GS1 Vision 2030: Helping businesses, consumers, patients and society

Businesses today are navigating rapid digital change, growing regulatory pressures and rising expectations for transparency and sustainability. GS1, the global not-for-profit standards organization best known for the barcode, has launched Vision 2030—a five-year global strategy designed to help industries grow, innovate and meet regulatory demands in a data-driven world. In a-world increasingly shaped by digital…

Numberbank Training Webinar

12th July 2025, 11:30 AM GST This webinar is designed to help you navigate and utilize the new Numberbank system more effectively and streamline your business. During this webinar, you will: Obtain a comprehensive overview of the Numberbank portal Learn how to manage your numbers efficiently Have the opportunity to ask questions and go over…

GS1 UAE Healthcare User Group UDI Stream

GS1 UAE is hosting an exclusive UDI workshop dedicated to the implementation of Unique Device Identification (UDI) for medical devices in the UAE. This event is designed to inform, align, and engage key partners and stakeholders on the evolving UDI landscape, implementation roadmap, and the role each player will have in ensuring a seamless transition.…

GS1 Healthcare celebrates two decades of advancing healthcare digitalisation with barcode technology

Twenty years ago, GS1 brought its globally trusted barcode technology into the healthcare sector—marking a turning point in how medical products are tracked, identified, and administered. Originally developed for retail, the barcode has since become a quiet but vital force in modern healthcare, improving safety, transparency, and efficiency in systems around the world. From hospitals…

Emirates Drug Establishment and Ministry of Investment Sign Landmark MoU to Advance the UAE’s Pharmaceutical Sector

The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE), in partnership with the UAE Ministry of Investment, has signed a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at transforming the UAE into a global center for pharmaceutical excellence. This collaboration is set to accelerate innovation, attract investment, and foster international partnerships across the healthcare landscape. The agreement underscores a commitment…