Picking for a batch can be through any of the following methods.
When a batch sheet is printed, in addition to batch number, the application can print check digit and code mapping. In a paper-based picking environment, the user may be required to enter this check digit or code during batch confirmation. This is to ensure that batches are confirmed on system only subsequent to printing of the batch sheets.
Batch sheet printout also includes any special instructions (for example, put away, picking, packing) based on the following criteria:
While confirming batch sheets, all exceptions such as short picks, over picks, and damages can be recorded and corresponding event or actions can be taken to address these exceptions.
Users can initiate pick for a batch by scanning a batch sheet or the application can suggest a batch to a user for picking. Picking can be completed using handheld devices by scanning location, item bar code, a shipment, and container.
Products picked may or may not be sorted during pick.
Executing pick using integration with external material handling equipment.
Pick batches created can be sent to external systems such as pick to light or other material handling equipment. Warehouse has the visibility to whether batch is sent to material handling equipment or not. Warehouse can re-send the data to the material handling equipment, if required.
Picking a batch can include multiple steps. The application can track all steps for executing a batch. Different steps include: