Populating GPC Brick Code

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The GS1 Global Product Classification (GPC) is a standardized classification system used to identify and categorize products across industries and regions worldwide. Developed by GS1, a global non-profit organization that sets standards for business communication, the GPC is part of the broader GS1 system of identification standards. It helps businesses to consistently manage and exchange product information, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in areas like inventory management, sales, and supply chain logistics.

The GPC consists of several levels of categorization that allow products to be grouped and identified based on common characteristics or attributes. The GPC enables easy classification and provides a unique identification number for each product group.

When working under GDSN recipients/requirement sets in the Syndigo platform, the GPC (Brick Code) attribute influences conditional attributes that may be required for certain product categories.

Key Components of the GS1 GPC

The GPC structure is designed to be flexible, scalable, and applicable across different industries. It is broken down into the following hierarchical levels:

• Segment – The broadest classification, typically grouping products into high-level categories like "Food & Beverages" or "Healthcare."
• Family – A subcategory within a segment that groups products with more specific similarities, such as "Beverages" under the Food & Beverage segment.
• Class – A further breakdown of the family, focusing on specific types of products, for example, "Soft Drinks" within the Beverages family.
• Brick – The most detailed level, representing specific product variations, such as "Cola-flavored Soft Drinks."

Each of these levels has a corresponding GPC Code, which is a numeric identifier that helps businesses easily locate and reference products in the system.

**For additional information, please see the GDSN Resources by GS1 article.

Populating GPC Brick Code in Bulk or Single Item Edit

1. Navigate to the Product Index page via the Products tab on the left. 
2. Click the checkbox(es) of the product(s) you’d like to Edit.
3. Select either Single Edit or Bulk Edit.
4. Change to the Data View for your Recipient.
5. Click Apply.
6. Click Jump to Attribute.
7. Type in GPC.
8. Click in GPC field drop down to search for your type of product.
   • If you are unable to find the correct GPC hover of the information button and click on the link for GS1 Org GPC search functionality.