Glossar

OCR-B is a standardized font developed specifically for automatic optical character recognition. It enables machines to reliably read characters and supports the automated processing of information.

OCR-B is frequently used for machine-readable labels, documents, and markings. In logistics, this technology supports the automatic capture of information from labels, shipping documents, and shipping manifests. When combined with scanners, camera systems, and image processing, characters can be read, enabling digital processes without manual input. As a result, OCR-B improves the efficiency and reliability of data capture.

Practical example:
A document scanner recognizes OCR-B text on a shipping document and automatically transfers the captured information to the connected logistics system.

See also: Image processing, Data capture, Documentation, Document handling, Identification, OCR (Optical Character Recognition), Scanner, Shipping label