Picking

What does Picking mean in a logistics context?

The term Picking describes the work step in which customer orders are collected. The term is often equated with "commissioning". Specifically, Picking is the process of removing goods from a warehouse shelf or a shelf in a store. Order picking refers to the process in which the "picker" puts together all the products of a customer order. Once the process is complete, the next process step in the form of the Packaging starts directly.

Why is a well thought-out order picking process important?

Efficiency in order processing

Completeness of orders

Avoidance of errors during compilation

Types of Picking

• Multi Order / Batch Picking Multi Order Picking, or Batch Picking, refers to the picking process when a picker puts together several products from different orders in parallel.

• Picking Zone In Zone Picking, each picker has a fixed area in which he moves during the compilation of the job. The container (e. g. a carton) in which the order is put together is taken from zone to zone by another employee. This prevents pickers from having long distances through the entire warehouse or through a large store. Because pickers know their zone very well, they can work more efficiently and error-free.

What different Picking methods are there?

Pick by List

Pick by Voice

Pick by Light

Pick by Scan / MDE

What does Packing mean in the context of logistics?

In logistics, Packing is the process that follows directly from the picking process. This ensures that orders can be forwarded to the shipping service provider ready for dispatch. For example, care is taken to ensure that for an order with a certain weight and size, the correct packaging material such as a cardboard box, wooden box, etc. is used which is stable enough to bring the shipment safely to the recipient. In addition, the packaging process ensures that the products are upholstered with the appropriate filling material so that the products reach the customer undamaged.Back to glossary overview