An effective solution for optimizing your logistics picking (order preparation)
In a logistics warehouse or industrial site, the speed and accuracy of order preparation and picking are major factors in improving productivity and reducing costs. One of the most effective solutions is dynamic shelving, which optimizes flows and speeds up access to goods.
But what is picking in logistics and how does it work?
Definition
Picking is a method of order preparation which involves picking the various items in several orders from a precise location in the stock in an orderly fashion. Operations are carried out using dynamic storage (gravity flow storage) designed to facilitate order preparation. It is based on a system of inclined shelving equipped with rollers, enabling products to move automatically towards the operator thanks to gravity.
Operating principle :
- Items are loaded at the rear of the rack.
- They automatically move forward under the effect of gravity.
- The operator picks products from the front of the system, reducing travel and picking time.
This method provides efficient FIFO (First In, First Out) dynamic shelving management, ideal for fast-moving products and perishable goods.
Why adopt dynamic shelving solutions? The benefits for your business
Improving productivity
Thanks to direct access to products, operators spend less time on the move, which speeds up order preparation. Dynamic picking saves 30-50% time compared with traditional systems.
Optimizing storage space
Dynamic shelving provides better organization of product references and increases storage capacity in the same area. Ideal for logistics centers and e-commerce warehouses.
Reduce fatigue and improve ergonomics
Operators no longer need to search high and low for products. Dynamic picking limits unnecessary movements and promotes ergonomic handling, reducing the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
Reduce picking errors
Products are always available in front of the operator, reducing picking errors and improving the quality of orders dispatched.
Reducing logistics costs
Fewer journeys, greater efficiency and better stock management mean an overall reduction in handling and storage costs.
In which sectors should picking be used?
It is used in a wide range of sectors requiring fast and accurate order preparation:
✔ Logistics and e-commerce: parcel flow management, storage of small references.
✔ Agri-food: products with a short best-before date requiring FIFO management.
✔ Pharmaceuticals and cosmetics: storage of sensitive and high turnover products.
✔ Automotive and manufacturing industry: storage of spare parts for just-in-time production.
Why choose PRODEX for your picking solution?
For over 70 years, PRODEX, a specialist in order picking solutions, has been helping companies to optimize their logistics and designing customized or standard dynamic shelving.
🔹 Dynamic shelving tailored to your business.
🔹 100% French-made, robust and durable.
🔹 Recognized expertise in industrial storage and order preparation.
🔹 A wide choice of options (step, castors, label holder, roller shutters, inclined shelves, and many more)
Are you looking for an effective solution to speed up your picking?
Contact our PRODEX experts for a personalized study: +33 2 99 37 08 39
