Goods-to-person

Automated picking with Gridstore

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The Gridstore system transports the required goods from a compact storage system to the workstation. It controls and monitors the entire material flow in real time with the help of Grid-Control (control software), thereby enabling shorter delivery times.

In the past, people in the warehouse had to travel long distances to put items together for orders. This approach is known as "person-to-goods picking". Modern systems, on the other hand, rely on the "goods-to-person principle", in which the goods are delivered to the workstation automatically. This completely eliminates travelling times during order picking.

Automation ensures faster order processing and more flexible scaling of warehouse capacities. With Grid-Control logistics processes are executed in parallel, stocks are managed precisely and goods are stored in bins in a space-optimised manner.

Advantages of goods-to-person picking

Automated storage and picking systems offer companies numerous advantages by optimising processes, reducing costs and increasing efficiency.

The principle of goods-to-person picking makes it possible to eliminate walking routes, reduce error rates and improve stock control. The Gridstore Grid plays a central role in this by optimising space utilisation and supporting the automatic movement of goods in the warehouse.

Advantages at a glance

Parallel processes and faster order processing

Processes can be parallelised through automation. While the robots, automatically controlled by Grid-Control, take over the transport of the storage bins, the goods for the customer order are assembled at ergonomic workstations.

No more walking routes
The throughput of the personnel deployed is increased
The throughput time of customer orders is reduced

Cost savings through automation

Automated systems not only reduce personnel requirements, but also lower the error rate and thus the costs of erroneous processing. Overall, the order quality is significantly increased.

In addition, storage space is utilised more efficiently, which reduces fixed costs per stored unit. Grid-Control optimises stock movements and increases stock reliability, which enables further cost savings.

Fewer staff required with the same throughput
Higher order quality
More efficient utilisation of storage space and lower fixed costs

Continuous inventory control and error reduction

The intelligent control of goods-to-person systems automatically records stock levels in real time. This enables reorders to be placed more promptly and reduces stock fluctuations. At the same time, the error rate during order picking is reduced as items are provided in a targeted and automated manner.

The Gridstore-Bins with integrated barcode identification ensure seamless stock tracking, while Grid-Vision provides complete transparency of stock levels and goods movements.

Automatic stock control without manual counting
Better planning thanks to precise stocktaking
Reduced error rate thanks to system-guided order picking

Increased safety and improved workstation ergonomics

Long walking distances and the repeated lifting of heavy loads place a great deal of physical strain on employees. The automated provision of goods eliminates a large part of these activities. This reduces the risk of accidents and ensures an ergonomically improved working environment.

With the Orbit workstation and the Shift workstation, ergonomic picking workstation solutions are available that increase both productivity and comfort for employees.

Less physical strain due to reduced lifting operations
Lower risk of accidents and incorrect loading
Improved working conditions through ergonomic processes

Flexibility and scalability for any warehouse size

Goods-to-person systems can be flexibly adapted to changing requirements and grow with the company. Modular extensions allow additional workstations and robots to be integrated without disrupting existing processes. These systems can be used in different industries and for different product types, which further increases their adaptability.

Thanks to the modular design of Gridstore-Grid, storage capacities can be easily expanded, while the Ace robot ensures flexible adaptation to increasing order volumes.

Scalable for growing stock and order quantities
Simple integration of additional systems without major alterations
Adaptable to seasonal fluctuations and individual requirements

Higher customer satisfaction through fast delivery times

By automating picking processes, orders are processed faster and assembled with a high degree of accuracy. This shortens delivery times and improves service quality, as customers receive their goods more reliably and without delay.

Grid-Control coordinates the entire picking process in order to avoid bottlenecks and deliver orders on time. At the same time, the number of complaints is reduced due to a lower error rate during composition.

Shorter delivery times thanks to reduced lead times
Fewer incorrect deliveries thanks to automated processes
Reliable order processing and improved customer service

Optimise warehouse automation now

Benefit from the advantages of goods-to-person systems. More efficient processes, lower costs and greater picking accuracy increase competitiveness.

Conclusion: The future of warehouse logistics is automated

Goods-to-person picking is an efficient and economical solution for modern warehouse logistics. Companies benefit from:

Fewer walking routes and more efficient processes
More precise inventory control and fewer errors
Safer working conditions due to reduced physical strain
Scalability for growing requirements without high investments

With Gridstore, companies rely on a powerful, flexible and easily scalable automation system for their warehouse.

Frequently asked questions about goods-to-person picking

What is the difference between "goods-to-man" and "goods-to-person"?

"Goods-to-man" is the classic term for this picking principle. Today, the gender-neutral term "goods-to-person" is increasingly being used - but the functionality remains identical.

For which companies is a goods-to-person system worthwhile?

These systems are suitable for all industries that regularly pick goods - especially e-commerce, retail, manufacturing and logistics service providers.

How long does it take to implement a goods-to-person system?

The duration depends on the size of the warehouse and the individual requirements. Gridstore offers a fast and modular implementation that adapts to existing processes.

What investment costs are associated with goods-to-person systems?

The costs vary depending on the scaling. Thanks to increased efficiency and savings in personnel and error costs, the investment often pays for itself within a few years.

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