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Darien Graham-Smith
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Associate Editor, IT Pro
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Android
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By Darien Graham-Smith Verified| TechFinitive Verified QR codes are now everywhere. Train stations, supermarkets, restaurant tables, apps. They’ve certainly come a long way since they were originally invented in the 1990s as a tool for industrial inventory control. Yet we’re still only beginning to explore what these compact, versatile codes can do. In the next five years, QR codes are set to become even more ubiquitous, and we’ll be using them in new ways to achieve more.
By Darien Graham-Smith Verified| TechFinitive Verified QR codes might seem like a modern phenomenon, but they’ve been around for more than 30 years. They were originally devised in 1994 by an engineer called Masahiro Hara, working for Japanese automotive company Denso. Before the invention of QR codes, Denso – like many other businesses – used standard “UPC” barcodes to label their products and process their inventory.
By Darien Graham-Smith Verified| TechFinitive Verified QR codes are now everywhere. Train stations, supermarkets, restaurant tables, apps. They’ve certainly come a long way since they were originally invented in the 1990s as a tool for industrial inventory control. Yet we’re still only beginning to explore what these compact, versatile codes can do. In the next five years, QR codes are set to become even more ubiquitous, and we’ll be using them in new ways to achieve more.
Company Info
IT Pro
ITPro is a prominent online resource tailored for enterprise IT professionals. Since 2006, it has provided a comprehensive platform for news, reviews, and analysis, helping IT decision-makers navigate areas like cybersecurity and cloud computing. The company focuses on delivering insights that empower professionals to make informed technology choices. ITPro offers a variety of content and services, including up-to-date news, in-depth analysis, and reviews of enterprise hardware and software products. It also features opinion pieces and detailed articles on IT-related topics. Additionally, ITPro produces podcasts and white papers, providing diverse formats for professionals to engage with industry insights. The company serves a wide range of IT roles and industries, supporting organizations in enhancing their technology infrastructure and decision-making processes.
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Founded: 2006