This Is the Supply Chain Conference You Can’t Miss

We are looking forward to connecting with our trading partners to align on both the U.S. FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Traceability Rule (FSMA Rule 204) traceability readiness and our broader Global Data Synchronization Network™ (GDSN®) strategy. This session is an opportunity to understand expectations, improve data quality, and ensure we are moving forward together with a clear and practical path. Join us to collaborate and take the next steps.

Key business topics: FSMA Rule 204 traceability readiness: product and vendor master data requirements like the Global Trade Item Number® (GTIN®), Global Location Number (GLN), and traceability attributes; FSMA Rule 204 implementation: electronic data exchange (EDI) onboarding for Advanced Ship Notice (856) and traceability data exchange; GDSN onboarding and adoption: aligning suppliers to ADUSA’s data synchronization approach; GDSN data quality and future direction: improving data accuracy and outlining ADUSA’s forward roadmap

Company participants: Shannon Fuller, Lead, Data Governance; Robin Hough, Manager, Data Governance; Jeffrey Cree, Director, Business Transformation

Our roundtable is a chance to put a name to a face while discussing your publication status, recent attribute enhancements, and our roadmap beyond the U.S.

Key business topics: GS1® publication status; new attribute release; GS1 data sharing beyond the U.S.

Company participants: Jenna Sobocinski, Vendor Data Specialist, GS1; David Raker, VP, Application Development and Technology Planning

GS1 Connect® provides insights into current regulatory requirements, industry perspectives, and available technologies. Meeting with trading partners and hearing their challenges provide a better understanding of the entire industry.

Key business topics: Available technology for scanning barcodes at the restaurant level with same-time comparison to items ordered from the distribution center (DC); the positive and negative attributes of optical scanners and how to address the negative issues; best approach/technology to monitor scan rates for DC quantities delivered to restaurants versus quantities shipped to DCs by suppliers.

Company participant: Ann Kistler, Sr. Traceability Analyst

We invite you to join us at our roundtable at GS1 Connect® for a focused discussion with industry leaders committed to advancing product data excellence. We will explore key initiatives that are shaping the future of the supply chain and driving stronger alignment across the industry. Your participation is essential as we work collaboratively to strengthen accuracy, compliance, and operational performance.

Key business topics: Data quality; Global Data Synchronization Network™ (GDSN®); traceability and U.S. FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Traceability Rule (FSMA Rule 204); electronic data interchange (EDI); scorecard review

Company participants: Jenna Vermillion, Master Data Manager; Matt Wand, Master Data Team Leader; Kendall Bouche, Senior EDI Analyst – Traceability/FSMA 204

Building relationships and networking at industry events has been invaluable to General Mills as we prioritize our path forward. We look forward to meeting with all of our trading partners, greeting old friends, and making new ones.

Key business topics: Global Data Synchronization Network™ (GDSN®); the Global Trade Item Number® (GTIN®) Management Standard; evolving e-commerce image and copy standards

Company participant: Tara De Jong, Analyst–Governance

“The future of commerce is built together.”

GS1 Connect® is the perfect forum to collaborate with trading partners on what’s next. Let’s connect to shape the future—strengthening the foundation today so we’re ready for tomorrow.

Key business topics: Sunrise 2027 readiness: “UPC‑Enabled” 2D barcodes at the point of sale; order‑to‑cash automation: moving from manual touchpoints to a “touchless” cash ecosystem; content syndication that performs: from “publish” to “prove it” with scorecards & monitoring; operational impact/modernization leveraging standard barcodes and labels

Company participants: Lindsay Savage, Sr. Director Data Governance and Business Platforms; Ardetha Bradley, Sr. Manager Digital Operations & Customer Enablement; Jon Pinyon, Sr. Director Business Systems and Platforms

We’re always at your table!  Come connect with us to answer data questions and explore opportunities to partner with Gordon Food Service.

Key business topics: How to improve publications; Global Data Synchronization Network™ (GDSN®) scorecards; material data questions; U.S. FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Traceability Rule (FSMA Rule 204); product transparency

Company participants: Chad Metz, Sr. Master Data Analyst; Brian Porritt, NA Master Data Manager; Sara Aranda, Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager

Stop by The Hershey Company table to discuss upcoming industry initiatives and how we plan to meet those new requirements, and to ask any questions you have regarding Global Data Synchronization Network™ (GDSN®), U.S. FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Traceability Rule (FSMA Rule 204), 2D barcodes, and Global Trade Item Number® (GTIN®) allocation rules!

Key business topics: 2D barcodes; GDSN requirements for FSMA Rule 204; GTIN allocation rules; GDSN publication process

Company participants: Tricia Adams, Data Syndication Data Steward

We look forward to connecting with Hormel Foods customers in a collaborative, solutions‑focused environment. Please stop by so we can discuss your business priorities and explore opportunities to partner for future success.

Key business topics: Global Trade Item Number® (GTIN®) allocation rules; Global Data Synchronization Network™ (GDSN®) publication process; partnering with our customers for success; new attribute requirements

Company participants: Amanda Titus, Manager, Data Syndication & Content; Heather Snow, Product Information Management Administrator; Steve Macek, Syndication Analyst - Foodservice

We invite all our valued customers and potential new data synchronization partners to join us at our trading partner roundtable. This is a unique opportunity to connect in person, discuss your most pressing challenges, and share insights on what’s ahead. We look forward to building stronger relationships, learning from your experiences, and working together to ensure we continue to meet your evolving needs.

Key business topics: New attribute requirements; Global Trade Item Number® (GTIN®) Allocation Rules; onboarding with Mars Snacking; WoW (ways of working) between manufacturers and customers

Company participants: Joyce Ann Rosenfield, Master Data Value Creation Lead and Sr. Item Compliance Manager

We are excited to extend an invitation to our valued trading partners for a meeting where we can discuss all things related to McLane Company. This is a fantastic opportunity for us to connect, share insights, and explore ways to enhance our collaboration.

We believe that open communication is key to a successful partnership, and we are eager to answer any questions you may have. Our goal is to ensure that our relationship benefits both parties and drives mutual growth and success.

Key business topics: Data accuracy; Global Data Synchronization Network™ (GDSN®); U.S. FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Traceability Rule (FSMA Rule 204); a variety of other topics

Company participants: Beckey James, EC Manager, Retail; Tammy Fields, Supply Chain Services Manager, Restaurant; Leo Schmidt, Project Manager DC Operations

Come meet with us to discuss content syndication and industry requirements. 

Key business topics: U.S. FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Traceability Rule (FSMA Rule 204); enhanced content; digital assets; end-to-end syndication

Company participants: Gina Tomassi, Director, Digital Product Commercialization; Vaishali Desai, Digital Product Commercialization; Renny Alex, Digital Product Commercialization

To ensure that all of our recipients are up to date on PFG's requirements for Global Data Synchronization Network™ (GDSN®); U.S. FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Traceability Rule (FSMA Rule 204), and image compliance.

Key business topics: GDSN compliance; FMSA Rule 204 updates; image compliance

Company participants: April Moots, Product Content Manager; Mario Bailey, Data Stewardship Product and Vendor Manager

We invite you to join Tyson Foods for a collaborative roundtable designed to strengthen our partnership and elevate confidence in the digital shelf. Together, we’ll explore how enhanced Global Data Synchronization Network™ (GDSN®) data quality and support can drive better results for you and your shoppers. We look forward to connecting, sharing insights, and building what’s next—together.

Key business topics: GDSN; trading partner collaboration; enhancing data for the digital shelf

Company participants: Steven Nelson, Master Data Management - Digital Shelf

Join us for a collaborative conversation about implementing the U.S. FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act Traceability Rule (FSMA Rule 204) requirements.

Key business topics: FSMA Rule 204; traceability regulatory requirements; Food Traceability List (FTL)

Company participant: Angela Fields, Senior Consumer Safety Officer

Come collaborate with us on improving Global Data Synchronization Network™ (GDSN®) data accuracy and achieving data consistency.

Key business topics: Product master data accuracy and completeness; streamlining new item setup and aligning data governance; U.S. FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Traceability Rule (FSMA Rule 204); 2D barcodes; improving electronic data interchange (EDI) & GDSN accuracy and consistency

Company participants: John Santeramo, Standards Supervisor; Rebecca Nichols, Standards Architect; Jessica Moorhead, Data Governance Manager

Join us for a collaborative discussion on how GS1 Standards, 2D barcodes, and automation can enable scalable U.S. FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Traceability Rule (FSMA Rule 204) compliance. This roundtable is an opportunity to align on practical approaches, share lessons learned, and discuss how we collectively move food traceability forward across the industry.

Key business topics: FSMA Rule 204 food traceability requirements and industry readiness; adoption of 2D barcodes at the case and item level; leveraging GS1 Standards to support traceability and compliance; operational and automation considerations for 2D labeling; driving industry alignment through standards‑based implementation

Company participants: Ed Bonin, Director, FSMA Compliance; Antara Chatterjee, Director, Automation Engineering