Glossary

A barcode can be used to label, identify, and track items. It is read using a barcode scanner.

Device for capturing and decoding barcodes, used in logistics to identify goods and packages. Often used in combination with volume and weight measurement systems.

If volume and weight data are recorded with a calibratable system, the values determined can be used for billing purposes.

A blockchain is a decentralized, digital database that stores information in blocks. These blocks are cryptographically linked and managed in a network of computers (nodes). Once entered into the blockchain, data is virtually immutable, ensuring trust and traceability. In logistics, the technology ensures tamper-proof tracking of goods and transactions in the supply chain.

Bulky goods refers to packages and goods that take up a lot of space and cannot be packed together with other packages or must be handled with care during transport.