In regulated markets such as Russia, aggregation is mandatory for product traceability. All participants must establish and maintain hierarchical relationships between individual units, bundles, cartons, and logistics levels, and report the movement of both single items and aggregated batches throughout the supply chain.

Core Aggregation Requirements

• Unit-Level Identification
  Each product unit must carry a unique Data Matrix code containing GTIN + Serial Number (SN).

• Aggregation Hierarchy Management
  Participants must build and maintain relationships such as:
  item → bundle → carton → pallet

• Mandatory Data Association (“Bottle–Case–Pallet”)
  A complete parent-child data structure must be established:

• Bottle (unit level) → identified by Data Matrix

• Case (carton level) → linked to multiple unit codes

• Pallet (logistics level) → identified by SSCC (Serial Shipping Container Code)

• Event Reporting
  All movements must be reported, including:

• Production and packaging

• Aggregation and disaggregation

• Warehousing and shipping

• Distribution and retail circulation

• No Code Duplication
  Each Data Matrix code and SSCC must remain globally unique and registered in the central system.

Role of Data Matrix and SSCC

• Data Matrix Code
  Enables item-level traceability, storing encrypted product identity data.

• SSCC Code
  Used for pallet and logistics tracking, linking multiple cartons and enabling efficient warehouse and transport management.

Together, they form a complete traceability chain from unit to pallet level.

XTIOT Aggregation Scanning Solutions

XTIOT provides a full range of barcode scanning devices to support aggregation, verification, and tracking across all levels:

• Industrial fixed-mount scanners (e.g., XT8601B / XT8161)
  For high-speed production line scanning and aggregation verification

• Multi-code batch scanners (e.g., XTS03)
  For simultaneous reading of multiple Data Matrix codes on cartons and bundles, ensuring no missed scans

• High-resolution scan engines (e.g., XT206H series)
  For embedded integration in packaging machines and automation equipment

• Handheld and wearable scanners
  For warehouse aggregation, SSCC scanning, and logistics operations

Advantages of XTIOT in Aggregation Applications

• Accurate multi-code reading for batch aggregation scenarios

• High-speed scanning to match production line efficiency

• Reliable SSCC pallet code recognition

• Strong decoding capability for dense and damaged Data Matrix codes

• Easy integration with MES / WMS / ERP systems

• Real-time data capture for compliance reporting

Application Scenarios

• Pharmaceutical serialization and aggregation

• Tobacco and alcohol regulatory compliance

• Food and beverage supply chain tracking

• Manufacturing and industrial production lines

• Logistics, warehousing, and distribution centers

Summary

Aggregation requires building a complete “unit–carton–pallet” data relationship, where every Data Matrix code and SSCC is linked, tracked, and reported.

With XTIOT’s advanced scanning solutions, companies can achieve:

• Reliable aggregation and verification

• Zero missed scans in batch operations

• Full visibility across all packaging levels

• Compliance with strict regulatory requirements

This ensures a secure, efficient, and fully traceable supply chain system.