BICtunnisteet

BICtunnisteet, also known as BIC codes, are a system of identification codes used in the book industry. The BIC code is a unique identifier assigned to each book, which includes information about the publisher, the book's format, and its edition. The code is typically found on the back cover of a book, near the ISBN (International Standard Book Number).

The BIC code consists of 13 digits, with the first three digits representing the country of publication, the next three digits representing the publisher, and the remaining seven digits representing the book's unique identifier. The BIC code is used by booksellers, libraries, and other book industry professionals to track and manage inventory, as well as to facilitate the exchange of information between different parties in the book supply chain.

In addition to the BIC code, books also have an ISBN, which is a 13-digit number used to uniquely identify books. The ISBN is assigned by the International ISBN Agency and is used for international book trade and distribution. While the BIC code is specific to the Finnish book industry, the ISBN is used globally.

The BIC code is an important tool for the Finnish book industry, helping to streamline processes and improve efficiency. It is managed by the Finnish Publishers Association (Suomen Kirjailijaliitto) and is used in conjunction with other industry standards to ensure the smooth operation of the book supply chain.