Never before have warehouse operations managers faced such pressure to improve operational efficiency. With an onslaught of lightning-fast ordering platforms, consumers expect increasingly fast and error-free delivery. It’s time to shine the light on a real-time solution.
Delays or inaccuracies in order processing can lead to dissatisfied customers, negative reviews, costly returns, and even loss of business. However, there is an answer that can be customized for any fulfillment operation.
The Pass-Thru Pick Shelving system from Western Pacific is an operational strategy that can substantially improve both speed and pick accuracy when paired with light or voice technology (not made by WPSS).
Pass-Thru Pick Shelving systems can increase pick rate productivity by an average of 40% over manual methods.
Traditional picking processes often require workers to navigate warehouse aisles with paper-based lists or manual instructions. That means excessive walking and time spent searching for items, which can lead to delivery delays and increased labor costs. In contrast, Pass-Thru Pick Shelving systems integrate with any put-to-light or pick-to-light system obtained from a manufacturer of light-directed technologies.
Each Pass-Thru Pick Shelf can be equipped with light indicators that give workers real-time guidance on precisely where to go and what to pick to streamlining e-commerce order fulfillment processes.
Pass-Thru Pick Shelving system is expressly designed to eliminate human error.
High error rates in order-picking result in high returns and additional shipping costs. The Pass-Thru Pick Shelving helps minimize errors in two ways.
- The light-directed system provides a clear visual of where items are or where they should be placed.
- One of the most common issues in traditional warehousing is the setup. Pass-Thru Pick Shelving systems promote better organization in warehouses. Its modular design allows a systematic approach to inventory organization, which can be easily reconfigured as needed. This allows products to be stored in a way that reduces confusion during the picking process.
When each item is in its designated location, it not only improves picking accuracy — it also improves efficiency when employees are not being distracted by misplaced items.
Pass-Thru Pick Shelving pick-to-light systems align with lean manufacturing principles.
Gathering necessary components is vital for efficient kitting and assembly processes. Pass-Thru Pick Shelving systems integrated with pick-to-light technology ensure that all parts are accurately picked and delivered, reducing delays associated with missing components. Furthermore, the production demands of lean manufacturing shift frequently. The mobility of the Pass-Thru Pick Shelving system on wheels allows it to adapt quickly to changing operational needs.