Does your volume of orders difficult the products fulfillment? Find out how to fix it

We know that one of the main variables that can affect the efficiency of Distribution Centers is the timing of demand, since despite the seasons affected by type of industry, when the time comes for a considerable increase in orders. Normally the assortment of products becomes a problem.

For this reason, we give you several important points to follow for the optimization of your assortment:

The first thing we recommend you start with is to classify all products by low, medium and high rotation (the typical ABC of products); to then develop projects according to the growth established in your CEDIS, specified in the analysis of the behavior of products by season.

Within this dynamism, many times we seek to increase productivity by implementing assortment techniques such as batch selection, selection and pass, zone routing, according to the analysis of your operation will determine the best to apply or multiple according to the zone In this way, efficiency in the assortment of products is enhanced.

After realize the previous suggestions and in the analysis you determine that you still need greater certainty in your operation, the next step you have to take is to analyze what technology you can support to give the desired productivity, for which there are systems of guided picking, such as pick to voice, pick to light, among others or sorting / sorter systems, complemented by other technologies according to your needs.

It is important to mention that for these systems to operate intelligently, a Warehouse Control System (WCS) or Warehouse Executive System WES is required, which controls in real time how they have to be supplied, classified, and interpreted the priorities of the operation.

At GIEICOM* we specialize in developing integrated automation solutions for the Distribution Center, with which you will achieve greater productivity within your CEDIS. Contact us and get more information!