Pick and Pack Fulfillment Services

Piece picking happens when orders are prepped one item at a time.

The fulfillment partner’s warehouse management system picks each product for an entire order when it comes in. All items move to a packaging station.

Once at the packaging station, your fulfillment provider will complete the final steps before handing the order off to a trusted shipping partner.

Batch picking is similar to piece picking.

All orders are done at once instead of one at a time

Each batch of orders will be for items in the same warehouse area or location. The fulfillment center’s warehouse management system divides the orders and assigns packaging responsibilities.

 

Zone picking can be an excellent option for more extensive fulfillment needs.

Fulfillment warehouses are divided into zones and have workers dedicated to each zone. These workers are committed to knowing their area and only pulling items from their assigned zones.

This approach offers speed based on product velocity or movement.

As an order comes in, each zone worker picks the products located in their designated area before passing the order along to the next zone.

After an order moves through all the zones, collecting each item on the pick slip, the order transitions to the packing station.

Wave picking combines elements of batch and zone picking.

In this process, employees stay within a zone but pick more than one order at a time.

Fulfillment workers in each assigned zone pick products for a large batch of orders. Then they pass the batch to the next zone for picking.

Careful coordination is required when working with large quantities. This process must be efficient and mapped out.

Enhanced Efficiency and Accuracy:

Pick and pack fulfillment centers are designed to optimize the order fulfillment process. By employing advanced warehouse management systems, these centers ensure that each product is picked with precision and packed with care. This meticulous approach minimizes errors, reduces the likelihood of returns, and ensures that customers receive the correct items promptly.

Faster Turnaround Times:

Speed is of the essence in eCommerce, and pick and pack services excel in this area. With methods like batch picking, zone picking, and wave picking, fulfillment centers can process orders rapidly. This swift turnaround time means products reach customers faster, enhancing the overall consumer experience and boosting the reputation of the brand.

Improved Inventory Management:

Picking and packing companies are adept at inventory control via Warehouse Management System. They keep a meticulous record of stock levels, which helps in preventing overstocking or stockouts. This real-time inventory management ensures that products are available when customers place orders, leading to a more reliable service.  Each pick or touch of an item is a scan.

Focus on Core Competencies:

Outsourcing to a pick and pack fulfillment center allows businesses to focus on their core competencies, such as product development, marketing, and customer service. By leaving the logistics to the experts, companies can invest more time and resources into areas that drive growth and innovation.