Opting for automated packing and pick verification
Most business houses tend to go for minimal costs when it comes to various choices in hand at performing a task. With the business scenario getting tougher each day, we require to do more and spend less.
That is why most businesses shy away from automation because of its high initial cost without realizing that it is going to yield cheaper and better results in the long run. In case of packing and pick verification, lots of people are needed when doing such tasks manually. An order is picked, a packer typically reviews the order and verifies contents, then will manually manifest the package with a scale, UPS computer, etc.
In this case, automation can be helpful as the use of either handheld or fixed position scanners along with packing software can provide both low cost and even provides proof of fulfillment.
Let us have an idea how a basic automated packing system works:
* First, the picker drops off the order to QC area or as an alternative, the order is conveyed to this area
* An empty carton is then placed by the packer on a scale which is a simple bench scale like used for UPS/FedEx
* The order number is then scanned by the operator and then is keyed into the system by him.
* Each item that was picked is scanned and placed into carton
* Every time the scale is triggered with a product, the system verifies correct weight of the SKU and takes a still shot of the box from overhead to prove the item went into the box
* As the last step, after all the items are scanned and weighed, the system prints a shipping label just like the typical pack stations use now.
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