In warehousing and inventory management, efficient picking can dramatically improve the success of your operations. Produmex WMS extends SAP Business One by offering various picking methods tailored to different workflows. It also enhances efficiency by optimising routes for pickers, ensuring they follow the shortest or most logical path through the warehouse. Whether you fulfil customer orders or production line requirements, WMS provides solutions to streamline and optimise your processes.
In this blog, we'll discuss the diverse picking methods Produmex WMS supports and how they can enhance warehouse efficiency.
Wave picking is designed for handling large volumes of orders. It allows warehouse staff to pick multiple orders in a single run. By grouping orders strategically, WMS minimises trips across the warehouse, saving time and effort.
Best for: High-volume environments where multiple orders are processed simultaneously.
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Batch picking consolidates identical items across multiple orders, allowing pickers to gather them in one go. This method minimises repetitive actions and ensures that the same item isn’t picked multiple times for different orders.
Best for: Warehouses with frequent orders sharing common components or items.
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For warehouses with distinct storage areas, zone picking divides the space into zones, and workers pick items only from their assigned zone. WMS coordinates this process seamlessly, ensuring that items from different zones are consolidated efficiently.
Best for: Large warehouses or facilities with specific storage areas for different item categories.
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Leverage barcode scanning technology with WMS to pick orders with precision. Pick by Scan eliminates the risk of human error by verifying each item against the order requirements in real-time.
Best for: All businesses prioritising precision and accountability in their picking process.
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While automated methods enhance efficiency, there are situations where manual picking remains practical. WMS supports manual picking processes by providing clear instructions and ensuring that items are allocated correctly.
Best for: Small-scale operations or when handling unique or irregular items.
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Order-based picking focuses on gathering all components or items for a single order at once. This intuitive approach is effective for smaller orders or custom requirements where individual attention is key.
Best for: Custom fulfilment or specialised orders.
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Cluster picking enables workers to gather items for several orders simultaneously, using sorting methods to group items efficiently. WMS ensures accurate allocation to respective orders.
Best for: Environments where multiple small orders are processed concurrently.
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The combination of SAP Business One and Produmex WMS will improve the efficiency of your operations, ensure compliance, and enhance visibility of your warehouse operations.
To learn more, watch our short video highlighting three reasons why you might wish to include WMS in your review of SAP Business One.
If you would like to find out more, please download one of our guides to SAP Business One or call us on 0113 273 7788.
by Agata Lech
Blog Contributor.
