Mantis Digital Asset Requirements

DIGITAL ASSEST REQUIREMENTS Please use the below reference to upload your images correctly into MANTIS. These images are used for sales, marketing, and references when handling your products. Please upload your highest quality/resolution files so our team can help you across all departments.

MAIN IMAGES Main images are the primary photo for your product. It is the image that comes up when you search in our system and for our online order portal.

Example:

Requirements: • Individual product images should be siloed (isolated/cut out) on a white back ground without any shadows • File size should be 10 x 10 inches • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg or .png file • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$)

ALTERNATE Alternate images can be loaded if you would like to show different angles of the front of your product.

Example:

Requirements: • Individual product images should be siloed (isolated/cut out) on a white back ground without any shadows • File size should be 10 x 10 inches • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg or .png file • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$)

MAIN IMAGES FOR BULK ITEMS/NO PACKAGING If your product does not come in packaging please provide an image of the item on a white background or dished. Please also provide a case image or an image of the container the item comes in.

Example:

Requirements: • Should be siloed (isolated/cut out) on a white back ground without any shadows • File size should be 10 x 10 inches • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg or .png file • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$)

ITEM/UNIT UPC Please supply an item/unit UPC. This barcode is important for point of sale scanning.

Example:

Requirements: • Should be siloed (isolated/cut out) on a white back ground without any shadows • File size should be 10 x 10 inches • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$) Item/Unit UPC Information: The item/unit UPC, or Universal Product Code, is the 12-digit number that uniquely identifies each unit. These barcodes are printed on the units/pieces themselves. This barcode is important for point of sale scanning. If you type a value into the Unit UPC field under Item Specifications, you must submit a picture of the Unit UPC.

CASE IMAGE Images of the case your product comes in.

Example:

Requirements: • Individual product images should be siloed (isolated/cut out) on a white back ground without any shadows • File size should be 10 x 10 inches • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg or .png file • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$)

CASE UPC Please supply a case UPC. Example:

Requirements: • Should be siloed (isolated/cut out) on a white back ground without any shadows • File size should be 10 x 10 inches • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$) Case UPC Information: The case UPC, or Universal Product Code, is the 12-digit number that uniquely identifies each product. These codes are printed on the outside of the cases. This is not to be confused with the GTIN (see below). If you type a value into the Case UPC field under Case Specifications, you must submit a picture of the Case UPC.

GTIN Please supply a GTIN image so that your product can be identified and tracked.

Example:

Requirements: • Should be siloed (isolated/cut out) on a white back ground without any shadows • File size should be 10 x 10 inches • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$) GTIN Information: The GTIN, or Global Trade Item Number, is a 14-digit number that is used by companies to uniquely identify all of their trade items. These codes are printed on the outside of the cases either in a standalone barcode or as part of GS1 Label following the (01) identifier. The GTIN is part of a globally recognized standard utilized by companies across the supply chain to track and identify items.

GS1 Label Please supply a GS1 label. This label encodes multiple pieces of information into a single barcode.

Example: GS1 Information: The GS1-128 label is expanded, single line DataBar that allows users to encode multiple pieces of information into a single barcode.

The labels need to be placed on the outside of the cases. In the barcode, each piece of information is identified by the 2-digit code in parentheses directly before the information, i.e.

(15). At GFI, we require 3 pieces of information, with allowances for different product types: 1. GTIN – As explained above, the 14-digit GTIN uniquely identifies your item. It is preceded by the identifier (01).

2. Date – If the product is dated, you musT include the date in the barcode in YYMMDD format. Depending on the type of date, this information can be preceded by the following identifiers:

Requirements: • Should be siloed (isolated/cut out) on a white back ground without any shadows • File size should be 10 x 10 inches • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$)

a. (11) – Production Date b. (13) – Packaging Date c. (15) – Best Before Date d. (17) – Expiration Date

3. Weight – If the product has a displayed weight or is a random weight item, the net weight must be coded into the DataBar. This information can be preceded by the following identifiers:

a. (3102) – Net Weight Kilograms – 2 decimal places – 5.00 kg -> 000500

b. (3202) – Net Weight Pounds – 2 decimal places – 4.50 lb -> 000450

i. The last digit indicates how many decimal places to move over.

4. Batch/Lot Number – The batch/lot number is optional to include, but if coded into the barcode, it must be placed last.

For further information, please review GFI’s GS1 Policy. In Mantis, if you say you are GS1 Compliant under Case Specifications, you must submit a picture of the GS1 under Digital Assets.

NUTRITION LABEL/INGREDIENTS Please supply both a nutrition label and list of ingredients.

Example:

Requirements: • Should be siloed (isolated/cut out) on a white back ground without any shadows • File size should be 10 x 10 inches • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$)

Nutritional Label Information: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated the Nutrition Facts label on packaged foods and drinks. FDA is requiring changes to the Nutrition Facts label based on updated scientific information, new nutrition research, and input from the public. This is the first major update to the label in over 20 years.

The refreshed design and updated information will make it easier for you to make informed food choices that contribute to lifelong healthy eating habits. Please use the image to the left to ensure your nutrition label is to compliance.

ITEM SIDE 1 Showing all sides of the product helps to understand the dimensions and packaging of the item.

Example:

Requirements:

* This is the right side of your product

• Individual product images should be siloed (isolated/cut out) on a white back ground without any shadows • File size should be 10 x 10 inches • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg or .png file • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$)

ITEM SIDE 2 Example:

Requirements:

* This is the left side of your product

• Individual product images should be siloed (isolated/cut out) on a white back ground without any shadows • File size should be 10 x 10 inches • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg or .png file • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$)

ITEM SIDE 3 Showing all sides of the product helps to understand the dimensions and packaging of the item.

Example:

Requirements:

* Not all items will have a side 3 depending on shape of item.

• Individual product images should be siloed (isolated/cut out) on a white back ground without any shadows • File size should be 10 x 10 inches • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg or .png file • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$)

ITEM SIDE 4 Showing all sides of the product helps to understand the dimensions and packaging of the item.

Example:

Requirements:

* Not all items will have a side 4 depending on shape of item.

• Individual product images should be siloed (isolated/cut out) on a white back ground without any shadows • File size should be 10 x 10 inches • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg or .png file • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$)

ITEM TOP Showing all sides of the product helps to understand the dimensions and packaging of the item.

Example:

Requirements:

*Sometimes your main image and your item top image will be the same.

There is no need to load both if that is the case.

• Individual product images should be siloed (isolated/cut out) on a white back ground without any shadows • File size should be 10 x 10 inches • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg or .png file • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$)

ITEM BACK/BOTTOM Showing all sides of the product helps to understand the dimensions and packaging of the item.

Example:

Requirements: • Individual product images should be siloed (isolated/cut out) on a white back ground without any shadows • File size should be 10 x 10 inches • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg or .png file • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$)

BEAUTY SHOT Beauty shots are used for marketing purposes. Please upload as many as you would like as they are always appreciated.

Example:

Requirements: • File size can be any size as long as image is a minumim of 10 inches on its longest side • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$)

GROUP SHOT/PRODUCT LINE Group shot and product line images are used to understand all of the products under one brand. These are great to have on hand for our sales and marketing team.

Example:

Requirements: • File size can be any size as long as image is a minumim of 10 inches on its longest side • 300 dpi for resolution • Save as a .jpg • Jpeg images should be saved with the maximum (12) quality setting • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$)

LOGOS Please supply high resolution logos for our marketing team.

Example:

Requirements: • Prefered logo file: Vector EPS • Other acceptable logo files: PNG • Supply all versions of logos • File name can not include any special characters (ex: #%$)

EXAMPLES OF INCORRECT IMAGES Below are examples of images that are not in compliance and how to fix them.

Incorrect:

Correct:

Reason: Image was taken on a white background but is not pure white.

Fix: Image requires photo editing to remove the product from the background and delete out the background. This can be done in a photo editing program. This is called siloing/cutting out.

Reason: Image has been siloed/cut out but the resolution is too low. It needs to be at least 300 ppi.

Fix: Take a look at your original photo files. They should be your highest quality images and silo/cut out from that file.

Look at your image size settings in your program and make sure it matches the specs above.

GFI PHOTO SHOOT OPTION GFI would love to take your images for you! We will take images for you, edit to the correct specs, and load them into MANTIS for you.

PHOTO SHOOT INCLUDES: • Main image • Alternate angles • Item right side • Item left side • Item side 3 • Item side 4 • Item top • Item back/bottom • Case image

WHAT YOU WILL STILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR: • Beauty shots • Group shots/product line • Logos • Nutrition & Ingredient Images • UPC/GTIN/GS1 Images