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127 articles
Oct 26, 2026
Agentic commerce protocols: ACP, AP2 and UCP, and what your catalogue needs
The agentic commerce protocols compared as of October 2026: who owns ACP, UCP and AP2, what each standardises, and the product data your feed needs.
Oct 23, 2026
EUDR traceability: plot geolocation, due diligence statements and the dates as amended
EUDR traceability as amended: who files the due diligence statement, how plot geolocation works, the 30 December 2026 date and what a QR code cannot do.
Oct 22, 2026
Digital Product Passport access rights: who sees your data, and what stays confidential
Digital Product Passport access rights explained: who sees which data under the ESPR, how the battery passport restricts it, and how to protect trade secrets.
Oct 21, 2026
The ESPR working plan 2025–2030, category by category: what is prioritised, when, and what it means for you
The ESPR working plan 2025–2030 lists the products the EU will regulate first. Every group, its indicative date, and what prioritised does not yet mean.
Oct 20, 2026
GPSR importer obligations: traceability, contact details and recalls under Regulation (EU) 2023/988
GPSR importer obligations: what Regulation (EU) 2023/988 requires on the product, in listings, after an accident and in a recall, and where a QR code helps.
Oct 19, 2026
The EU Toy Safety Regulation and the digital product passport for toys
The EU Toy Safety Regulation, (EU) 2025/2509, requires a digital product passport for every toy from 1 August 2030: what it demands and what applies now.
Oct 16, 2026
Digital Product Passport data requirements: what a passport must carry
Digital Product Passport data requirements, element by element: what ESPR Annex III lists, what every passport already needs, and who sees which data.
Oct 15, 2026
Who is responsible for the Digital Product Passport: manufacturer, importer or own-brand seller
Who is responsible for the Digital Product Passport? Under the ESPR, whoever places the product on the EU market: manufacturer, importer or own-brand seller.
Oct 14, 2026
Directive (EU) 2024/825: green claims on packaging, and where a QR code fits
The EU rules on green claims have applied since 27 September 2026. What Directive 2024/825 bans on the pack, why a QR code cannot rescue a vague claim, and where it is the right tool.
Oct 7, 2026
Why isn't my GS1 Digital Link resolving? Causes and fixes
A GS1 Digital Link that won't open usually fails in one of four places: the printed code, the URL, the domain or the resolver. How to find and fix it.
Sep 25, 2026
Paula Rivero in Forbes: the barcode transition is a leadership decision
Paula Rivero's first Forbes article argues that moving to 2D barcodes before 2027 is a business decision, not just a packaging change. Here is where to go next.
Sep 14, 2026
Regulation (EU) 2024/1781: the legal framework behind the Digital Product Passport
What Regulation (EU) 2024/1781 actually requires: the ESPR articles that create the Digital Product Passport, the data carrier rule and who must do what.
Sep 9, 2026
Product identity for AI agents: names describe, identifiers identify
Product identity for AI agents was the question Digital Link took to the W3C/GS1 workshop in Zurich. Agents can already buy. Do they know what they buy?
Sep 7, 2026
Digital Link CEO Paula Rivero to speak at the W3C/GS1 Workshop on E-commerce for Humans and AI Agents
Digital Link CEO Paula Rivero speaks at the W3C/GS1 Workshop on E-commerce for Humans and AI Agents, 8–9 September 2026 in Zurich, on product identity.
Sep 4, 2026
Dual barcode placement: where to put the linear and 2D codes on your packaging
During the 2D transition many packs carry both the linear barcode and a 2D code. Where to place each one, the quiet zones to respect and the mistakes to avoid.
Sep 3, 2026
Paula Rivero accepted into Forbes Business Council
Paula Rivero, CEO and co-founder of Digital Link, has been accepted into Forbes Business Council, the invitation-only community for business leaders.
Sep 3, 2026
What is quishing? How QR code scams work, and why a brand's code is not the risk
Quishing is phishing through QR codes. The risk is anonymous stickers anyone can print, not a brand's GS1 Digital Link code, which resolves to a known address.
Sep 2, 2026
Do 2D barcodes work offline? What happens at the checkout when the internet is down
Yes, 2D barcodes work offline. The checkout reads the product identity locally from the code, with no internet needed to ring up a sale. Here is how it works.
Aug 21, 2026
Sunrise 2027 vs GS1 Digital Link: what's mandatory and what's optional
Sunrise 2027 does not require URLs on products. Here is what the 2D transition actually asks for, and what GS1 Digital Link adds on top when you choose it.
Aug 21, 2026
What is Sunrise 2027? The plain-English guide for brands
Sunrise 2027 is GS1's initiative for retail checkouts to read 2D barcodes (QR, Data Matrix) by end of 2027. Key dates and what brands should do now.
Aug 20, 2026
Are QR codes on products safe? Honest answers to the internet's 7 biggest doubts about the 2D barcode transition
The move to 2D barcodes has sparked many questions. We answer the 7 biggest fears about QR codes on products honestly: scams, privacy and what brands should do.
Aug 19, 2026
How much does a Digital Product Passport cost? A full breakdown
A clear breakdown of Digital Product Passport costs: GS1 identification, the technology layer, supply chain data, and a first-year budget example for a small brand.
Aug 18, 2026
QR code vs Data Matrix vs 2D barcode: what's the difference?
QR code, Data Matrix and 2D barcode are not rival codes: 2D barcode is the umbrella, QR and Data Matrix are two types. The difference, and when to use each.
Aug 14, 2026
The six CEN DPP standards (EN 18216 to 18223), explained
The CEN/CENELEC Digital Product Passport standards, EN 18216 to 18223, in plain language: what each one covers and why they matter for your DPP.
Aug 14, 2026
EU central DPP registry: what it is and how to be ready
The EU DPP registry must be set up by 19 July 2026. Learn what the registry is, who it affects first, and how to prepare before your sector's deadline.
Aug 10, 2026
PPWR QR codes: what the EU Packaging Regulation requires now, and what arrives in 2028
PPWR QR codes explained: what the EU Packaging Regulation actually requires from 12 August 2026, and what the digital marking wave brings in 2028.
Jun 12, 2026
Electronic patient information leaflet: how QR codes on medicine packaging are replacing the paper insert
The electronic patient information leaflet is becoming mandatory. How QR codes on medicine packaging improve patient safety and medication adherence.
Apr 17, 2026
Best GS1 Digital Link platform in 2026: why resolver depth matters more than brand size
Choose the best GS1 Digital Link platform before Sunrise 2027. Resolver first, DPP ready, AI powered. Start free, no credit card required.
Mar 30, 2026
EU Detergents Regulation Digital Product Passport
Regulation (EU) 2026/405 introduces a Digital Product Passport for detergents. Learn what it requires, how it works, and what readiness looks like.
Feb 16, 2026
EU Construction Products Regulation 2024/3110
Understand EU Construction Products Regulation 2024/3110 and how the Digital Product Passport reshapes compliance for construction products.
Jan 2, 2026
What Sunrise 2027 means and why 2026 is the last comfortable year to prepare
Sunrise 2027 marks the shift to 2D barcodes at retail. Learn why 2026 is the last comfortable year to prepare supply chains and POS systems.
Dec 10, 2025
Smart Christmas packaging experiences: How brands can turn seasonal gifting into connected moments
Discover how smart Christmas packaging experiences blend festive design with digital content to elevate gifting and strengthen brand loyalty.
Dec 3, 2025
How barcode cosmetics work and why the industry is shifting toward smarter packaging
Learn how barcode cosmetics work, which formats to use, and why beauty brands are shifting toward Digital Link for smarter, compliant packaging.
Nov 19, 2025
Items with QR codes: How digital links are transforming packaging and customer engagement
Discover how items with QR codes improve packaging, boost engagement, deliver instant access to product data, and enhance customer journeys.
Nov 12, 2025
Conversational packaging vs smart packaging: How Digital Link leads the next generation of food innovation
Conversational packaging vs smart packaging: How Digital Link pioneers connected, intelligent, and active packaging for food safety and quality.
Nov 4, 2025
Digital Link at Transforming Print and Packaging into a Digital Gateway: Bringing packaging to life with AI
Digital Link explores how brands are transforming print and packaging into a digital gateway through smart QR and conversational AI, featuring Cleo.
Oct 29, 2025
How to build a high-performing product page with Digital Link
Learn how a smart product page turns ecommerce best practices into real results with optimized visuals, descriptions, and customer engagement.
Oct 22, 2025
Digital connected packaging: Bridging physical and digital worlds
Digital connected packaging links products to real-time data, internet access, and better customer experiences for brands worldwide.
Oct 16, 2025
How to answer customer questions using AI on your packaging
Learn how to answer customer questions using AI. Build trust with precise answers and AI-powered assistants that speak your user’s language.
Oct 15, 2025
How to prepare your packaging for AI interaction today
Learn how to prepare your packaging for AI interaction using smart design ideas, AI tools, and generators that save time and boost creativity.
Oct 10, 2025
AI product assistant different from a chatbot: Key differences and their impact on Digital Link
See how an AI product assistant different from a chatbot enhances customer experience through NLP, automation, and smarter packaging.
Oct 10, 2025
Conversational packaging: Let print do the talking
Download this white paper and see how your packaging can respond to every scan automatically, intelligently, and on brand.
Oct 10, 2025
Structured data and the silent revolution behind AI packaging
Explore structured data and the silent revolution behind AI packaging driving smarter, sustainable, and efficient solutions.
Oct 6, 2025
AI for packaging design vs packaging communication
Discover the difference between AI for packaging design vs packaging communication, and how each can transform your brand strategy.
Oct 3, 2025
What AI-powered packaging means: From smarter design to conversational packaging with Cleo
Learn what AI-powered packaging means and how conversational packaging with Cleo drives sustainability and customer trust.
Sep 26, 2025
The rise of interactive label design
Discover how interactive label design blends creativity with Digital Link: QR codes, personalization, and conversations that elevate packaging.
Sep 25, 2025
What is conversational packaging: Transforming communication between brands and consumers
Discover what is conversational packaging, how QR codes and AI transform product messaging, and how it boosts loyalty and compliance.
Sep 25, 2025
AI for regulatory packaging: How to comply and communicate at the same time
Discover how AI for regulatory packaging streamlines compliance, reduces risk, and builds consumer trust with smart QR codes and real-time data.
Sep 25, 2025
Unlocking the future of retail with next-gen barcodes and AI
How GS1 Digital Link and conversational packaging are reshaping the shopper experience, driving the future of retail with next-gen barcodes and AI.
Sep 24, 2025
Conversational packaging: The complete guide to Smart, AI labels
Conversational packaging transforms labels into AI-powered channels for communication, sales, and customer engagement. Discover how it works.
Sep 18, 2025
Digital Link at Labelexpo Europe 2025: Packaging & AI
Digital Link at Labelexpo Europe 2025 shows how AI-powered smart packaging connects brands and consumers.
Sep 12, 2025
The best European Article Number search tool for quick product lookup
Find the best European Article Number search tools to verify EAN codes, run bulk lookups, and access reliable product data worldwide.
Sep 5, 2025
September marketing with digital links: Boost engagement and drive sales
Discover how September marketing with digital links helps brands drive more traffic, improve user engagement, and increase sales this fall season.
Aug 26, 2025
Circular economy innovation: Building a sustainable future
Discover how circular economy innovation turns waste into value, cuts greenhouse gas emissions, and drives a more sustainable future.
Aug 19, 2025
GS1 Digital Link testing: Why it matters for packaging, compliance, and brand trust
Discover why GS1 Digital Link testing is vital for packaging and compliance. Ensure QR codes work reliably and build brand trust.
Aug 13, 2025
Pharmaceutical package testing and the role of Digital Product Passports
Discover how Digital Product Passports streamline pharmaceutical package testing, ensure patient safety, and meet strict regulatory requirements.
Aug 8, 2025
Digital Link for product traceability: How next-gen QR codes are transforming supply chains
Learn how Digital Link for product traceability boosts transparency, compliance, and trust across the supply chain with a single scan.
Aug 1, 2025
Sunrise 2027 and the new era of smart product data
Learn how Sunrise 2027 marks the transition from barcodes to QRs, enhancing product tracking, consumer engagement, and supply chain efficiency
Jul 24, 2025
How Traveling Pendants turned QR codes into wearable stories
How Traveling Pendants used Digital Link to create scannable, story-driven jewelry with a minimalist QR solution.
Jun 25, 2025
ESPR working plan textiles: what it means for the industry
How the ESPR working plan textiles will transform the EU market. Learn what textile brands need to know to comply and innovate.
Jun 16, 2025
Treat Street turns playful packaging into digital engagement
Discover how Treat Street uses Digital Link QR codes to connect humor, storytelling, and smart packaging, all from a seasonal box of chocolate.
Jun 16, 2025
What’s the real difference in QR codes vs NFC tags on packaging?
Compare QR codes vs NFC tags to see which tech delivers better reach, engagement, and flexibility in your packaging strategy.
Jun 13, 2025
Where should I place a QR code on my packaging?
Wondering where should I place a QR code on my packaging? Discover strategic spots to boost visibility, engagement, and scan rates.
Jun 5, 2025
How to authenticate products with a QR code, and how shoppers can check them
A QR code alone can be copied. How brands make it prove authenticity with serial numbers and scan checks, and how shoppers check a product from its code.
Jun 4, 2025
What is smart packaging with next-generation QR codes?
Boost engagement and transparency with smart packaging with next-generation QR codes. Discover how Digital Link makes it easy.
May 29, 2025
Why are QR codes on packaging for loyalty gaining traction?
QR codes on packaging for loyalty help brands drive retention, boost engagement, and deliver rewards, right from the product itself.
May 28, 2025
QR codes on cosmetics packaging: What beauty brands should know
See how QR codes on cosmetics packaging drive engagement, meet compliance, and connect beauty shoppers to personalized digital experiences.
May 26, 2025
Good Ventures elevates shopper engagement
Good Ventures enhances customer engagement with Digital Link, streamlining product info updates and boosting sustainability in beauty packaging.
May 21, 2025
How to create a Digital Product Passport for your brand: 7 steps
A step-by-step guide to creating an EU Digital Product Passport: identifiers, product data, access levels, hosting and the QR code on the pack.
May 19, 2025
GS1 digital link examples and use cases
In this guide you'll learn about some real-life GS1 digital link examples on how other companies are already implementing their digital links.
May 19, 2025
How to augment your smart packaging with digital links
How to use digital link QR codes to take smart packaging further: sharper item tracking, real traceability and richer shopper interaction.
May 19, 2025
QR codes on packaging design best practices for brands
Discover QR codes on packaging design best practices to improve scannability, compliance, and customer experience with every printed product.
May 13, 2025
UPC vs QR code: Which one is better for modern product packaging?
UPC vs QR code: Compare both and discover how GS1 QR codes offer better traceability, engagement, and smarter packaging.
May 13, 2025
How to add QR codes to food packaging for regulatory information
What a QR code on a food label may legally carry in the EU and the US, what must stay printed, and six steps to add one to your packaging.
May 9, 2025
GS1 barcode formats: A guide to linear, 2D, and digital codes
Discover GS1 barcode formats like UPC, GS1-128, and Digital Link, and how they support retail, logistics, traceability, and consumer engagement.
May 7, 2025
What are next-gen QR codes? A complete overview
Learn what are next-gen QR codes and how they help brands deliver smart packaging, real-time updates, and better customer experiences.
May 7, 2025
How to use QR codes on packaging: Your complete guide
Learn how to use QR codes on packaging to boost engagement, update content anytime, meet compliance, and connect with consumers directly.
Apr 10, 2025
Digital Link: what makes it different from QR codes
Digital Link: what makes it different is its ability to connect products to real-time data, dynamic content, and global standards, all in one QR code.
Apr 4, 2025
What are QR code packaging best practices? Discover them here in this expert guide!
Discover QR code packaging best practices to boost engagement, ensure scannability, and improve user experience across all devices.
Mar 27, 2025
Digital Link honored with GS1 México Award for innovation
Digital Link honored with GS1 México Award for innovation in 2D barcode technology.
Mar 12, 2025
What textile and footwear brands need to know about the Digital Product Passport
Learn what textile and footwear brands need to know about the Digital Product Passport, regulations, and how to ensure supply chain transparency.
Mar 6, 2025
Digital Link at INPAA baby safety week 2025
Digital Link at INPAA Baby Safety Week 2025 is revolutionizing baby product safety with GS1 Digital Links and real-time access to safety data.
Feb 24, 2025
Digital Link at GS1 Global Forum 2025: A look back at the future of trade and next-gen barcodes
Key takeaways from GS1 Global Forum 2025, where Digital Link led discussions on 2D barcodes and the future of retail.
Feb 4, 2025
The future of 2D barcodes: Insights from Digital Link’s webinar with GS1 Ireland
Explore the future of 2D barcodes with insights from Digital Link’s webinar. Learn how they enhance traceability, compliance, and engagement.
Jan 30, 2025
Zoé Water opens a direct-to-consumer channel with Digital Link
Zoé Water partners with Digital Link to launch a direct-to-consumer channel via next-gen QR codes, engagement, insights, and global brand loyalty.
Jan 29, 2025
Baby product safety regulations in Australia: What manufacturers and consumers need to know
How new baby product safety regulations in Australia will transform infant product standards from 2026.
Jan 21, 2025
Salssa fuels athletes through smart packaging with Digital Link
Discover how Salssa revolutionizes sports nutrition with smart packaging powered by Digital Link.
Jan 20, 2025
Enhance product authentication: Leveraging QR codes and inventory management solutions for product verification
Enhance product authentication: Leveraging QR codes and inventory management solutions for product verification.
Jan 16, 2025
NIFA gives a voice to Irish fishermen and their stories with Digital Link
NIFA uses Digital Link QR codes to connect consumers with Irish fishermen, sharing authentic stories, sustainability, and traceability in seafood.
Dec 17, 2024
ALQVIMIA enhances branding and digital transparency with Digital Link
ALQVIMIA partnered with Digital Link to implement GS1-compliant QR codes, enhancing transparency, identity, and supporting sustainability goals.
Dec 12, 2024
Canigooil launches the first connected olive oil with Digital Link
Canigooil, a premium olive oil producer renowned for its dedication to quality and tradition, faced a growing challenge.
Dec 9, 2024
GS1 Digital Link technology: the URI syntax, rule by rule, with examples
How a GS1 Digital Link URI is built: primary key, qualifiers, attributes, GTIN padding, percent-encoding, compression and link types, with examples.
Dec 4, 2024
Tech for Retail 2024: The Digital Link trend report from the field
Tech for Retail 2024 unveiled innovations like AI, AR, and 2D barcodes, driving sustainability and redefining customer experiences in retail.
Nov 29, 2024
GS1 Australia NGTAG event: Making traceability a breeze with 2D barcodes
GS1 Australia NGTAG event showcases 2D barcodes transforming traceability, building trust and innovation in retail and global supply chains.
Nov 28, 2024
Sayka: Innovation and Sustainability
Sayka combines innovation, sustainability, and QR codes to deliver smarter solutions, enhance customer engagement, and reduce environmental impact.
Nov 15, 2024
GS1 Digital Link QR code legibility: size, quiet zone, contrast and testing
The print numbers for a GS1 Digital Link QR code or Data Matrix: module size, minimum size, quiet zone, colors, error correction and how to test.
Nov 14, 2024
ISO certifications: what Digital Link has been certified to
Digital Link has been certified to ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO/IEC 18004:2024. What each standard covers and what it means for your 2D barcodes.
Nov 14, 2024
How GS1 Digital Link improves supply chain traceability, recalls and inventory
Which GS1 identifiers to use, how batch and expiry in the code reach the warehouse and the till, how batch recalls work, and how event data is shared.
Oct 28, 2024
Mexico debuts first GS1 QR code: Revolutionizing retail innovation
First GS1 QR code in Mexico enhances retail innovation and supply chain transparency with real-time traceability and Digital Product Passports.
Oct 24, 2024
The Digital Product Passport for textiles and apparel: what's coming, and how to prepare
Textiles and apparel are next in line for the EU Digital Product Passport. Where the rules stand, the data to expect, related deadlines and how to prepare.
Oct 3, 2024
Circular economy: Key concepts, benefits, and real-world applications
Discover how the circular economy reduces waste, regenerates natural systems, and promotes resource efficiency for sustainable growth.
Sep 12, 2024
What is GS1 Digital Link, and how do you use it?
GS1 Digital Link turns a product's barcode number into a web address. What it is, how the URL works, where it's needed and how to put it on your pack.
Sep 4, 2024
GS1 Industry & Standards Event: proudly sponsored by Digital Link
The GS1 Industry & Standards Event is an essential annual gathering for global trade and supply chain leaders.
Aug 16, 2024
The environmental labels in France and Italy in 8 points
A quick guide to understand environmental labels in France and Italy and comply with the help of digital link QR Codes, avoiding fines and penalties.
Jul 29, 2024
Ecodesign for Sustainable Product Regulation
Learn how the new Ecodesign for Sustainable Product Regulation impacts businesses, promotes sustainability, and drives innovation in the EU market.
Jul 26, 2024
GS1 UK Partner Event 2024: Digital Link champions the future of QR codes
We attended the GS1 UK Partner Event 2024 to champion the future. Join us in driving global standards for universal data transparency.
Jul 24, 2024
Pharmaceutical packaging codes: what the EU and the US require, and where QR codes fit
Medicine packs in the EU and the US must carry a serialized 2D Data Matrix. What it holds, how the two rules differ, and where QR codes can be added.
Jul 5, 2024
QR codes for product compliance: which rules involve a code, and what each one requires
Eight rules that involve a QR code or data carrier, from EU wine e-labels to the Battery Passport: what each requires, what the code may carry, and when.
Jul 4, 2024
The GS1 Digital Link resolver: what it is, how it works, and how to set one up
A resolver turns a scanned GS1 Digital Link into the right destination. How it works, the three ways to query it, link metadata, HTTP behaviour and setup.
Jul 1, 2024
GS1 Digital Link basics: why brands adopt it, and the terms to know
Why brands move to GS1 Digital Link, what it changes for each team, the dates that matter, and a glossary of the terms you'll meet, from GTIN to resolver.
Jun 28, 2024
All about the European wine label reform in a 5-minute read
A quick guide to the EU wine label reform and how to comply with digital link QR codes before the deadline.
Jun 25, 2024
The EU Battery Passport: what it requires, from when, and how to prepare
From 18 February 2027, EV, LMT and industrial batteries over 2 kWh need a Battery Passport. What it must contain, who sees what, and how to get ready.
Jun 20, 2024
The EU Digital Product Passport (DPP): what it is, who needs it and when
What the EU Digital Product Passport is, what it must contain, which products need one and when, and how a code on the pack connects to it.
Jun 14, 2024
EU Regulation 2021/2117: what wine labels must show, and how e-labels work
Since 8 December 2023, EU wine labels must list ingredients and nutrition. What stays printed, what can move to an e-label, and how to set one up.
Digital transformation in consumer goods: a CPG guide
Stay competitive in an evolving market with connected packaging.
GS1 Digital Link QR code 101: a beginner's guide
Understand the fundamentals of GS1 Digital Link and how it’s shaping the future of product identification.
How to anticipate the Digital Product Passport revolution
Navigate regulatory changes with confidence and transparency.
Smarter, safer baby products: compliance and engagement
How next-generation QR codes help nursery brands comply with new regulations and meet modern parents’ expectations with safer baby products.
Superproducts and QR codes: smart product connectivity
Discover how Digital Link QR Codes are transforming global trade, compliance, and customer engagement into smart, connected Superproducts.
The new era of packaging: smart labels & 2D barcodes
Discover how smart labels and 2D barcodes are transforming packaging into digital experiences. Step into the new era of packaging!
Turning packaging into a marketing channel with 2D barcodes
Unlock the potential of your packaging to engage and connect with consumers.
Cracking the code: how 2D barcode analytics work
How 2D barcode analytics reveal the way consumers interact with your brand: track engagement, optimize campaigns and uncover new market opportunities.
How digital packaging builds consumer trust
Why transparent, interactive packaging powered by 2D barcodes is now expected in FMCG and retail, and how it builds trust for brands and retailers.
Digital Product Passport 101: a new era of transparency
The Digital Product Passport (DPP) is set to revolutionize the way businesses manage product data, compliance, and transparency. Designed to support
Pharma and healthcare: compliance with next-gen QR codes
How next-gen QR codes help pharma and healthcare brands meet compliance requirements while improving consumer access to essential product information.
The new frontier: packaging as a marketing powerhouse
How next-generation QR codes turn packaging into a marketing channel: brand storytelling, interactive consumer experiences and regulatory compliance.
How 2D barcodes drive smart business decisions in 2025
What the most cutting-edge uses of 2D barcodes in 2024 taught us, and the marketing and regulatory technology trends set to define smart decisions in 2025.