We are a private, neutral, non-profit business organization. We have introduced bar codes in Portugal for more than 30 years, the most well-known Standard GS1 in the world. GS1 Standards have revolutionized the way business are done and have transformed consumers' lives. We are recognized by the Presidency of the Council of Ministers as Public Utility Entity. We have more than 8,000 associated companies, from producers to retailers, being one of the largest business associations in the country. We offer a portfolio of products, solutions and services that contribute to the efficiency and transparency of value chains. We are the Global Language of Business.