INVITATION TO THE 9TH GS1 CONFERENCE

 

30 years of leadership in innovation and digital transformation

Sarajevo, 29 May 2025 – Hotel Hills

Bosnia and Herzegovina is marking three decades since the introduction of the barcode with the 387 prefix, a global symbol of efficiency and product identification. This also marks 30 years of GS1 Bosnia and Herzegovina, the only authorized organization for the application of GS1 standards in the country.

In honor of this anniversary, in partnership with GS1 Bosnia and Herzegovina, we are organizing the 9th GS1 Conference, under the slogan:
“30 years of leadership in innovation and digital transformation”

Conference focus

More than 300 participants from business, technology, logistics, trade, institutions and the academic community will discuss:

– ESG regulations (CBAM, CSDDD)
– Biodesign and sustainable production
– Electronic fiscalization and e-invoices
– Electronic data interchange (EDI) and interconnections
– Textile industry development strategy and digital product passports
– Barcodes of the old and new generation (GS1 2D)

Technology, innovation and sustainability

METRO Austria will present its digital transformation through EDI and GS1 2D codes. GS1 Italy brings the Ecogentra solution for reporting Scope 3 emissions. Find out how you can optimize your fleet routes and measure CO2 emissions.

Biodesign – a sustainable future

An innovative approach to product creation using natural materials and microorganisms. Participants will also receive gifts made from biodegradable materials.

Panel discussions

• E-fiscalization and e-invoice: The discussion will cover planned legal amendments in the Federation of BiH, technical requirements, the role of the Tax Administration, software companies and banks, as well as challenges for small and medium-sized enterprises. Compatibility with the system of Republika Srpska and the expected implementation deadlines will also be discussed.

• Interconnection between EDI providers: Participants will discuss current practices in BiH and the region, regulatory frameworks, market needs and interoperability issues. Special focus will be on transparency and the potential costs of these services.

• Technologies for barcodes: The latest trends in the field of digital product labeling will be presented – including the use of digital labels, mobile reading applications, 2D codes and the integration of scanners into modern retail and logistics systems.

Award for digital excellence 

Find out who will receive the GS1 Excellence Award for Digital Innovation 2025 – an award for companies whose innovations are changing the BiH market.

Festive segment

– Artistic performances
– Prize game with valuable gifts
– Cocktail and networking zone for exchanging experiences

Who is the conference for?

For business leaders, managers, SMEs, retail chains, distributors, IT sector, public and non-governmental organizations – everyone who manages or improves supply chains.

Partners and sponsors

Co-organizers: Employers’ Association of FBiH, Chambers of Economy of FBiH and RS, eCommerce Association of BiH, AHK, AmCham BiH and others
Major sponsors: Elmed, Penny Plus, Editel, ZZI, dm drogerie markt, NEX, ŠPICA SYSTEMS, INFO KOD, DATA LAB, HOŠE KOMERC, BH POŠTA, BINGO, PLANET and others.

Applications and fee

GS1 members: symbolic 50 KM + VAT › Non-members: 100 KM+VAT
More information and application are available at GS1 CONFERENCE

Do not miss seeing what the conference looked like LAST YEAR.

See you there!