Retail products and transport packaging are named in GS1 Synkka in accordance with common practices. Based on the name information, the recipients can form product names for different purposes. Name information is used e.g. in online stores.
The data content, ie the attributes and code lists used in Synkka, is updated at least twice a year. This page reviews the changes to Finland's information profile in connection with the next update.
Discontinuation of a product can be done for a product or packaging that has been on the market, but also for a product whose launch is canceled. Here you can also learn how to proceed when product representation changes or seasonal availability ends.
To meet new requirements, product information must be updated on a regular basis. Product information is used by retailers in a various of ways. The data source for product information in online stores is often Synkka.
The next Synkka version update is in May. Here you can find everything you need to know about the update.
This guide describes the user interface functions for receivers of product data.
Next version update is in February. On this page you can find the upcoming changes. Please see the updated Finnish Item Information Profile document for detailed information.
The creation of a packaging hierarchy always starts with the base unit, ie the smallest unit sold. The product information provided in the Synkka service depends on the type of product in question