UCC product certification
In the UK we have a GS1 UK solution provider programme, but we do not currently extend the service to product and service certification.
Some of our solution providers have raised an issue with verifiers where they feel that some verifiers even though claiming to meet ISO standards do not comply with the standards as manufacturers certify themselves. As we encourage all our members to use ISO-compliant verifiers when producing bar codes, some are unknowingly buying non-compliant equipment.
GS1 US seems to be carrying out independent certification of verification equipment in the USA as part of their solution provider programme. We have requested more information about this so as to see whether it is something that can be extended to the UK.
The following two paragraphs have been copied from the GS1 US website and the information will be updated when more information has been received from the organization.
How is the certification testing being facilitated?
The UCC Solution Partner Program works with best-in-class certification agents to provide testing services for certifying products and services. The UCC internally tests hardware and software for the EAN.UCC Program Area and conducts training and testing for all consultant certifications.
Technology changes rapidly. How long is a UCC Solution Partner certified? Is certification indefinite, or is there a re-certification process?
Hardware and software is typically certified by version of the standard product or service that it is being certified against. As long as the version is an active version, a certification will stay valid. But as versions of standards, products or services progress, the UCC Solution Partners are encouraged to stay current with newer certifications.
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