{"id":4940,"date":"2026-03-06T08:51:06","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T07:51:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.prodex-online.com\/the-picking-in-logistics\/"},"modified":"2026-03-06T09:56:14","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T08:56:14","slug":"the-picking-in-logistics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.prodex-online.com\/en\/the-picking-in-logistics\/","title":{"rendered":"Picking in logistics"},"content":{"rendered":"

An effective solution for optimizing your logistics picking (order preparation)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

In a logistics warehouse<\/strong> or industrial site, the speed and accuracy of order preparation and picking<\/strong> are major factors in improving productivity and reducing costs. One of the most effective solutions is dynamic shelving<\/strong>, which optimizes flows and speeds up access to goods. <\/p>\n

What is picking in logistics and how does it work?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Definition<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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)<\/strong> designed to facilitate order preparation<\/strong>. It is based on a system of inclined shelving equipped with rollers<\/strong>, enabling products to move automatically<\/strong> towards the operator thanks to gravity. <\/p>\n

Operating principle <\/strong>:<\/h3>\n
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  1. Items are loaded at the rear of the rack.<\/li>\n
  2. They automatically move forward under the effect of gravity.<\/li>\n
  3. The operator picks products from the front of the system, reducing travel and picking time.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    This method provides efficient FIFO (First In, First Out<\/strong>) dynamic shelving management<\/strong>, ideal for fast-moving products<\/strong> and perishable goods<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    \"Equipment<\/p>\n

    Why adopt dynamic shelving solutions? The benefits for your business <\/strong><\/h2>\n

    Improving productivity
    \n<\/strong>Thanks to direct access to products<\/strong>, operators spend less time on the move<\/strong>, which speeds up order preparation. Dynamic picking saves 30-50% time<\/strong> compared with traditional systems. <\/p>\n

    Optimizing storage space
    \n<\/strong>Dynamic shelving provides better organization of product references<\/strong> and increases storage capacity in the same area. Ideal for logistics centers and e-commerce warehouses.<\/strong> <\/p>\n

    Reduce fatigue and improve ergonomics
    \n<\/strong>Operators no longer need to search high and low for products. Dynamic picking limits unnecessary movements and promotes ergonomic handling<\/strong>, reducing the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs)<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

    Reduce picking errors
    \n<\/strong>Products are always available in front of the operator<\/strong>, reducing picking errors and improving the quality of orders<\/strong> dispatched.<\/p>\n

    Reducing logistics costs
    \n<\/strong>Fewer journeys, greater efficiency and better stock management<\/strong> mean an overall reduction in handling and storage costs.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    In which sectors should picking be used?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    It is used in a wide range of sectors requiring fast and accurate order preparation<\/strong>: <\/p>\n

    \u2714 Logistics and e-commerce<\/strong>: parcel flow management, storage of small references.
    \n\u2714 Agri-food<\/strong>: products with a short best-before date requiring FIFO management.
    \n\u2714 Pharmaceuticals and cosmetics<\/strong>: storage of sensitive and high turnover products.
    \n\u2714 Automotive and manufacturing industry<\/strong>: storage of spare parts for just-in-time production.<\/p>\n

    Why choose PRODEX for your picking solution?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    For over 70 years, PRODEX<\/a>, a specialist in order picking solutions<\/a>, has been helping companies to optimize their logistics and designing customized or standard dynamic shelving.<\/p>\n

    \ud83d\udd39 Dynamic shelving tailored to your business.
    \n\ud83d\udd39 100% French-made, robust and durable.
    \n\ud83d\udd39 Recognized expertise in industrial storage and order preparation.
    \n\ud83d\udd39 A wide choice of options (step, castors, label holder, roller shutters, inclined shelves, and many more)<\/p>\n

    Are you looking for an effective solution to speed up your picking?<\/strong>
    \nContact our PRODEX experts for a personalized study: +33 2 99 37 08 39<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>

    \"Picking<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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