50 Things That Made the Modern Economy Barcode
Dec 10, 2016
The origin of the barcode traces back to a beach in Florida, where a young graduate student drew inspiration from the sand. This remarkable invention revolutionized retail, automating sales and transforming store dynamics. Discover how the Universal Product Code reshaped grocery shopping and pitted retailers against producers. The discussion also highlights the barcode's role in boosting corporate efficiency, particularly for giants like Walmart, while sparking global cultural shifts and counter-culture movements.
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