What is Data Synchronization?

• Global data synchronization is the electronic transfer of standardized product and location information between trading partners continuously via a central global repository, which is called the GS1 Global Registry^TM.
• Synchronize product information including item attributes controlled by the supplier, e.g., Global Trade Item Number^® (GTIN^®), size, weight, height, brand, UPC bar code number, etc.
• Data synchronization through the Global Data Synchronization Network^® (GDSN^®) allows real-time item maintenance for specific fields and provides standards-based synchronized data that reduces inefficiencies in the supply chain.

Steps to Get Started

1. Prepare Your Data

• Check your product data for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure that all dimensional and weight information is accurate and follows GDSN Package Measurement Rules: http://www.gs1.org/docs/gsmp/gdsn/GDSN_Package_Measurement_Rules.pdf

2. Choose a Data Pool

• Wegmans has chosen 1WorldSync^TM as its GS1-certified data pool, and recommends that vendors consider the advantages offered by 1WorldSync, or your chosen data pool. https://1worldsync.com.

3. Publish Your Data

• Publish all products that are sold to Wegmans via the GDSN. (Wegmans’ GLN is 0077890000007.)
• Be sure to provide any data updates/modifications throughout the lifecycle of your product, following the GS1 GTIN Management Rules: http://www.gs1.org/1/gtinrules.

4. Manage Confirmation (CIC) Responses from Wegmans

• Wegmans will provide electronic feedback to GDSN publications in the form of CIC messaging, and take the necessary steps to accept information that is accurate and complete.
• For more information, visit the Wegmans landing page at 1WorldSync: https://1worldsync.com/community/find-a-trading-partner/wegmans.

For additional information about GS1 standards, please visit their website at www.gs1us.org.