Case Study

Solutions in practice

By Ujjaval Amin

A case scanning process to optimize inbound logistics

This case study explores a process optimization project focused on enhancing the inbound logistics scanning process within a high-volume warehouse setting. The operation involved manual unloading, scanning and put-away of nonpalletized boxes received from multiple vendors. The existing process exhibited inefficiencies such as extended turnaround time, poor labor utilization, idle time between scans and syncing issues with handheld terminals (HHTs).


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