Breaking Barriers: How DSCSA Transforms Healthcare Supply Chains
Next Level Supply Chain with GS1 US
Release Date: 01/22/2025
(Replay) Spicing up Success: How Traceability Helped Hank Sauce Scale National Distribution
Next Level Supply Chain with GS1 US
A hot sauce brand doesn’t scale on taste alone. It scales on consistency, traceability, and trust. , Co-Founder of , joins hosts and to share how a college project became a product sold in more than 5,000 stores. He breaks down the early hustle, the jump into retail, and what it takes to keep quality tight as demand grows. You’ll also hear how Hank Sauce approaches traceability through product codes to track ingredients from batch creation to store shelves. This episode is a replay of our conversation with Matt, brought back for anyone building, scaling, or supplying food brands. In...
info_outline
Looking Beyond 2026: The Next Big Breakthroughs in Supply Chains
Next Level Supply Chain with GS1 US
In this episode, and sit down with and from the Innovation Team. They discuss the most promising trends, the challenges businesses face when navigating new tech, and the critical role of pilots in testing the viability of these innovations. Gain actionable insights into how companies can successfully experiment with new technologies and drive meaningful change in their supply chains. In this episode, you’ll learn: Key emerging technologies in supply chains How to use AI as a creative partner for innovation The indicators teams use to decide when a pilot is ready to scale ...
info_outline
How Better Metrics Help Small Businesses Operate Like Pros
Next Level Supply Chain with GS1 US
Resilience isn't just for small startups—it's vital for businesses of all sizes. In this episode, , author of Supply Chain for Startups, joins to discuss how companies can build resilient supply chains using key metrics and smart strategies. Jonathan explains how early decisions about structure, visibility, and supplier engagement can set you up for long-term success. This conversation offers a clear view of what it takes to build supply chain operations that can adapt as the business grows. In this episode, you’ll learn: How process mapping uncovers weak points that limit supply...
info_outline
Omnichannel or Omni-Chaos? How Bad Data Erodes Customer Trust
Next Level Supply Chain with GS1 US
Shoppers lose trust the moment they see that your data is inconsistent. In this episode, of joins and to discuss why product information must stay consistent across every channel. Jon explains how aligned data reduces friction between partners, supports accurate inventory management, and strengthens the experience for buyers and internal teams. This conversation shows how accurate product data becomes the thread that keeps every part of the supply chain working in sync. In this episode, you’ll learn: The operational value of keeping product data consistent across channels The...
info_outline
Hook, Line, and Data: How Beaver Street Fisheries Ensures Seafood Safety with Tech
Next Level Supply Chain with GS1 US
Behind every safe meal is someone who got the data right. , Senior Product Information Analyst at , joins hosts and to discuss how the seafood industry is preparing for FSMA Rule 204, and how GS1 standards like GLNs, GTINs, and 2D barcodes are helping ensure food safety from port to plate. Brandon shares how his team uses data to improve visibility, partner collaboration, and customer confidence, proving that accurate and standardized information benefits everyone in the supply chain. In this episode, you’ll learn: How GS1 standards support FSMA 204 traceability Why data quality...
info_outline
Small Farms, Big Impact: Transforming Food Safety in Schools
Next Level Supply Chain with GS1 US
A single contamination can have serious consequences for vulnerable populations, such as students. Traceability is essential to ensure food safety from the farm to the school cafeteria. In this episode, , President and Co-Founder of , and Candice Bevis, Farm Operations Manager at , explain how digital traceability simplifies FSMA 204 compliance and strengthens confidence in the food supply chain. They discuss how affordable technology and GS1 standards help small farms operate with the same precision as large suppliers, connecting farms, processors, and cafeterias for a safer food...
info_outline
How Fragile is Your Supply Chain? Lessons from Resilient Companies
Next Level Supply Chain with GS1 US
Efficiency works when everything goes to plan. But as disruptions grow more frequent and complex, resilience and preparation are what set strong supply chains apart. In this episode, logistics expert , founder and CEO of , joins hosts and to discuss what leaders need to know about supply chain risk, technology, and balance. With over 40 years in the industry advising organizations like the World Economic Forum, the UN, and the European Commission, John shares hard-earned lessons from real-world crises and why efficiency is not enough. Listeners will gain a sharper understanding of how...
info_outline
How a Family Recipe Turned Into a National Supply Chain Story
Next Level Supply Chain with GS1 US
From Sunday suppers to 2,000 stores… and almost losing them all. turned his dad’s cheese dip recipe into a fast-growing CPG brand, only to face the harsh realities of shelf life, co-packing, and retailer expectations. In this episode, he joins to share how he scaled , what nearly sank the business, and the turning point that gave him a second chance. Listeners will hear the unfiltered story behind bringing a homemade recipe to the national stage, and the resilience, partnerships, and supply chain decisions that made survival possible. In this episode, you’ll learn: How shelf life...
info_outline
What’s Really on Your Plate? Insights on Food Safety Risks
Next Level Supply Chain with GS1 US
When food safety is on the line, every hour counts. The FDA’s new FSMA 204 rule is raising the standard for traceability, with stronger requirements designed to track products faster and manage recalls more effectively. At stake is not just compliance, but the ability to protect both consumers and businesses when outbreaks occur. In this episode, from the joins hosts and to explain what FSMA 204 means for supply chains. They explore why proactive traceability is replacing outdated reactive models and how better data is improving the speed and accuracy of investigations. You’ll also...
info_outline
What Retailers Can Learn from Carter’s RFID Journey
Next Level Supply Chain with GS1 US
Carter’s just pulled off what many retailers thought was impossible. In only three months, the iconic children’s apparel brand rolled out RFID technology across 700 stores: improving accuracy on every item and making life easier for both store teams and customers. In this episode, and from join hosts and to discuss how RFID became central to Carter’s retail operations, what it took to win buy-in across the company, and how it is improving both inventory management and customer experience. You’ll also hear how Carter’s uses RFID to cut payroll costs for year-end...
info_outlineTraceability and supply chain integrity are more than just buzzwords—they’re the backbone of patient safety and industry innovation.
In this episode, host Reid Jackson welcomes Gary Lerner, Founder and CEO of Gateway Checker, to explore the transformative power of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA).
They discuss how the shift from lot-level to item-level traceability is revolutionizing healthcare, providing unprecedented safeguards against counterfeiting and channel diversion. From the mechanics of 2D barcodes to the role of AI in analyzing supply chain data, Gary shares practical insights from his 20+ years of experience navigating the intersection of digital and physical supply chains.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
-
How DSCSA is transforming healthcare supply chains with item-level traceability
-
The critical role of 2D barcodes in ensuring authenticity and patient safety
-
Why data quality and interoperability are the next big steps for supply chain efficiency
Jump into the conversation:
(00:00) Introducing Next Level Supply Chain
(02:18) From brand protection to healthcare supply chains
(03:37) Innovating item-level traceability in goods
(05:15) The importance of supply chain integrity in healthcare
(06:48) Breaking down the “license plate” of pharmaceuticals
(09:23) Understanding DSCSA and its impact on patient safety
(12:38) How bad actors exploit supply chain gaps
(13:49) Counterfeit prevention as part of national security
(16:10) Using interconnectivity to uncover supply chain risks
(19:16) Best practices for adapting to DSCSA regulations
(21:09) How serialization enables better inventory accuracy
(26:05) The future of supply chain integrity and AI innovation
Connect with GS1 US:
Our website - www.gs1us.org
Connect with Guest:
Gary Lerner on LinkedIn