EP#7 --- How Johnson & Johnson uses GS1 global standards to tackle counterfeit medicines

In this episode, we learn more on a global health risk hiding in plain sight: counterfeit medicines. These fake or stolen drugs endanger millions of lives, especially in regions where traceability isn’t yet legally required.Listen to this episode of SCAN/STORIES to learn how Johnson & Johnson is stepping up with a bold approach using serialisation and GS1 standards to track and verify every product, even beyond regulatory requirements. Discover how global standards like GTINs and GS1 DataMatrix barcodes are helping protect patients and secure the supply chain.From lifesaving verification in underserved regions to scalable innovation that puts patients first, this story shows how trust, technology, and global collaboration can make all the difference.