Six Solid Ideas To Improve Picking Accuracy

Order picking accuracy — or lack of it — can have a direct impact on customer satisfaction. ESYNC's Jeff Ross shares six solid suggestions on how to improve order picking accuracy.

1. Measure individual accuracy throughout the DC.
2. Train and cross-train.
3. Put yourself in the order picker's shoes.
4. Apply the appropriate technology.
5. Avoid picking exceptions.
6. Audit orders randomly just before shipment.