Batching

A batch represents a list of tasks that can be performed together. Only specific task types can be combined into a batch and each batch consists of only one type of task. The type of task is determined based on the pick strategy.

If a container and shipment has multiple types of pick tasks, the container and shipment is split into multiple batches and consolidation is required for packing and shipping. Count tasks can also be batched. The system allows to limit the numbers of tasks in the batch for a count batch if counts are executed through printed tickets (not Radio Frequency (RF) or mobile devices). Count task type must be configured as 'Perform task using the printed tickets'. Batching is used in many scenarios, including the following: