The Right Pick: Strategies for Handling Short Orders
Taking the pain out of the picking process with cost-effective material handling solutions.
Think about all the different types of beverages available today. Of course, diet and caffeine-free sodas have been on the market for years. But now consumers can find zero-calorie drinks made with stevia, drinks made with coconut water, more exotic flavors, and different size options. A single serving size can range from 7.5-ounce soda cans to 20-ounce water and sports drink bottles.
The food and beverage sector is just one example of an industry expanding its offerings to meet a diverse range of customer demands. This phenomenon, often referred to as SKU proliferation, has a significant impact on material handling operations. Pallets with different product mixes can wreak havoc on stocking and picking operations.
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