The LEI is just a simple code but provides the first step of identification, she added.

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But among the tasks the machine can perform in a single step are edge detection, inversion, the identification of lines and shapes of different orientations, and the filling-in of concave shapes all things that are useful in image-processing, and not all of which can be managed by digital technology.

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At this step some of the things to consider are process design for product identification, valuation, classification and separation and the supporting technology system implementation to have an optimal separation approach.

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The first step in this process, signing up to be assigned or re-issued a personal identification number (PTIN), is underway.

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