Process optimisation in the outbound area of your warehouse: Smart processes for sustainable efficiency

Goods are ready, securely packed, and ready for shipping. The waiting truck opens its flap, goods are loaded, and the truck rolls out of the yard. Sounds child's play in theory - in practice, this requires perfectly synchronised interaction of the entire material flow process.

These are the TOP 4 challenges for an optimised goods outbound in intralogistics:

• Complexity of requirements: A major challenge in goods outbound is the diversity of requirements and variable sizes – like synchronising completion and pickup of goods, special storage and shipping requirements such as refrigeration, handling of hazardous goods or customs conditions, or customized ramp management for truck loading.
• Short-term planning: The multifaceted requirements in the outbound area often mean that planning and timings change at short notice. Managing these efficiently and communicating transparently is the basis for smooth delivery and satisfied customers.
• Automation: In order to set the course today for a productive material flow in the future, automation scenarios for loading and unloading – especially in outdoor areas – must be considered. The standardisation of load carriers plays a major role here.
• Safety and ergonomics: Particularly in the interaction between people and trucks, reliable safety systems are needed to protect the health of workers, while ensuring precise load handling at the same time.