Unique Identification (UID) Labeling and Compliance

Unique Identification (UID) was implemented by the Department of Defense (DOD) to improve asset management through uniquely identifying property, plant and equipment, operating materials and supplies. The official government definition is: "Unique Identification is the set of data for tangible assets that is globally unique and unambiguous, ensures data integrity and data quality throughout life, and supports multi-faceted business applications and users."

System ID offers multiple options to meet your specific UID compliance needs, from simple validation of existing 2D Data Matrix barcodes to complete "print, validate and report" UID solutions that require integrated software and hardware. For more information call our UID Compliance manager at 1.888.648.4452 ext 1431, or email sales@systemid.com.

We are also proudly offer GSA Schedule products that support UID compliance. For more information GSA-approved UID products, click here.

UID Usage

UID is used on items that have a cost of over $5,000. Items are UID marked when:

• The item is serially managed.
• The item is mission essential.
• The item is part of a controlled inventory.
• The item is a consumable item or material where permanent identification is necessary.

A contract will specify UID requirements.

Construct 1 Items serialized within an enterprise.

Construct 2 Items serialized within a part number.

IAC = Issuing Agency Code. EID = Enterprise Identifier

UID is marked with either RFID or a 2D data matrix code. The label or tag can be applied in one of three ways as long as it remains permanent throughout the life of the item:

• Direct Part Marking (DPM). (Data matrix only)
• A plate affixed to the item surface. (Data matrix or RFID)
• Label or RFID Tag (Data matrix or RFID)

System ID offers multiple options to meet your specific UID compliance needs, from simple validation of existing 2D Data Matrix barcodes to complete "print, validate and report" UID solutions that require integrated software and hardware.

Learn more about Direct Part Marking and UID compliance solutions.