At BGS, we understand the value barcode technology adds to an array of industries, as it’s what we do after all! However, the benefits of barcodes are not very well known to many, despite seeing them on a daily basis in stores, clinics and warehouses. In fact, barcode technology is used in more and more innovative ways. Here are 7 unique and interesting ways barcodes and barcode technologies are used in order to show their relevance in this ever-changing technology industry.

Events and movies

Barcodes are used uniquely in admission tickets in movie theaters and other events to identify and verify the validity of the ticket before the customer can enter the theater or event. 

Recycling

Barcodes are added to recycle bins in order to provide incentive-based recycling. A barcode is embedded into the recycle bin in this case, and the barcode can then be scanned when it is picked up. Scanning the barcode translates the value of the items at re recycled into amount that can be redeemed through shopping coupons for people who participate.

Shopping

Barcode scanner applications that are available on smart phones allow people to get more information about products. The product highlights be viewed and people can compare products as well.

Library

Libraries have been using QR codes for quite some while to connect with the tech savvy users. QR codes are being used to allow users to download eBooks as well. 

Advertising

Advertisers are taking full advantage of barcode technology by using them to reach out to customers in more interactive, interesting, and unique ways. Just by installing an app that can read barcodes one can discover most of the information about the product that is being advertised.

Tracking food intake

There are actually some apps that help people keep track of the food they eat through barcodes. All one has to do is take a picture of the barcode on the food they are eating, and the app will use the nutrition information indicated on the item to track the food intake. 

Games

Games that needed the use of barcodes have been around for quite a long time. There are actually consoles created specifically for these kinds of games. 

Many are only aware that barcodes are generally used to help track of inventory, but the truth is that there are many more interesting ways in which they are being used.  In fact, there are a number of ways barcode technology could help take your business to the next level. 

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