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		illumin8 on March 7, 2019 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Amazon to Shut All U.S. Pop-Up Stores as It Rethin... Seems really cool. Serialization is the answer: manufacturer sends exact serial numbers electronically before shipping merchandise. Serial numbers are scanned with barcode readers on entry to fulfillment center and as they are picked/packed for delivery. There should be zero chance of co-mingling if done properly.

binarysolo on March 7, 2019 [–]

Amazon does do this - it's called Amazon Transparency. https://brandservices.amazon.com/transparency

hobofan on March 7, 2019 | [–]

Given the incredible disregard for correct usage of GTINs by Amazon on Amazon.com I've seen in the past, I'm very surprised that this exists.

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