East Granby, CT -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/06/2014 -- The second issue of “Picking Perfection” (a weekly e-newsletter) addresses the value of Pick-to-light solutions for manufacturers and distribution centers. The newsletter will address some of the challenges in picking the correct product consistently. Distribution centers facing rapid SKU velocity may look at a hybrid Pick-to-light (PTL) solution. Pick-to-light is a tool that is often overlooked in the search for warehouse technology and can be over 30% more effective than rival order pick methods.
Other topics addressed in the upcoming newsletter include the cost of mis-picks. One simple way for a merchant to know the picking failure rate is to identify expensive reshipments to preserve customers. Customers online are choosing vendors who have free shipping. A mis-picked item requires rushed and costly reshipping expenses that simply cannot be recouped.
Additional topics include a focus on perishables such as flowers, fruit, dairy products, and snacks are ideal for using Pick-to-light. These items have a fast turnover, must be selected and shipped before they are spoiled and discarded.
Each week the newsletter will look at best picking practices.
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Pcdata USA Pick to Light systems are part of a lean process, offering shorter throughput times, fewer errors, significant cost savings; additionally the result is increased customer satisfaction, a faster ability to supply products, and process transparency. Traditional picking methods are one of highest expenses when operating a warehouse. Pcdata USA lowers that cost through leading edge Pick to Light systems. Pcdata USA installation versus implementation products are experiencing huge growth in hundreds of business sectors throughout North America.
About Pcdata USA
Pcdata USA (http://www.pcdatausa.com/contacts/contacts-us) is a different type of Pick to Light because unlike expensive WMS solutions that require lengthy implementations, PickStar and Distrib XE are quick one-day installations. Pcdata USA is a global logistics systems leader for supply chain automation. Pcdata USA offers affordable out-of-the-box warehouse optimization solutions. Contact Pcdata USA at (855) 844-1086. Follow Pcdata USA on Twitter @pcdatausa.
Pcdata USA
http://www.pcdatausa.com
Antonio Rodrigues
Senior Manager
sales@pcdatainc.com
732-991-5974