George Laurer

George Laurer was an American engineer who designed the Universal Product Code (UPC), commonly known as the barcode. Introduced in the early 1970s, the barcode revolutionized retail by enabling quick and accurate identification of products at checkout. Laurer’s work involved creating a reliable, standard system that could be easily scanned by machines, improving efficiency and reducing errors in inventory management. His innovation has had a lasting impact on commerce, supply chain logistics, and everyday shopping experiences worldwide.