GS1Net
- provides the integrity of data that is needed to support electronic trading
- provides a single standardised source of accurate data for trading partners in every industry and at every step of the supply chain
- is the essential foundation for accurate business to business electronic commerce
- based on global standards, enables trading partners to synchronise their static and pricing data
- allows customer specific price information, the use of product images for shelf-management and the ability to control new product releases to specific trading partners prior to their public release.
Metcash is committed to supporting GS1net and is working towards eliminating the unnecessary paperwork and errors that impact on Retailers, Wholesalers and Suppliers.
Metcash is equipped to receive GS1net information to update our core systems i.e. we are able to receive electronic updates from trading partner catalogues.
Metcash is working with our trading partners to ensure that the communication and synchronisation of product data is facilitated through GS1net. We require our trading partners to move towards the phasing out of paper Universal Buying Forms (UBFs) as soon as possible and replace all product related information - both static and pricing with electronic communication via GS1net. If you are not currently trading with Metcash via GS1net you will be contacted soon by a member of the GS1net engagement team.
As industry moves towards this format, it is important for trading partners to appreciate that Metcash requires:
- lodgement of all price changes via GS1net 4 weeks prior to the effective date
- trading partners to have agreement for new product ranging with relevant National Buyer prior to GS1net upload.
It is suggested that you visit the GS1 Australia website http://www.gs1au.org/services/index.asp which provides information on how to register to use GS1net, technical information, fees structure, support and an information library. Alternatively, contact the GS1net Client Services team at GS1 Australia on 1300 366 033.
If you require more information on any matter concerning Metcash and our position regarding GS1net, please contact :
Michael Haire
General Manager eData Administration
Phone: (02) 9741 3099
Email: ecommerce@metcash.com
GS1net Flowchart
Metcash GS1net Live Process Flow Diagram
GS1net Checklist process
Visit the GS1 Australia website
