{"id":58485,"date":"2026-07-01T14:23:32","date_gmt":"2026-07-01T12:23:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.prologistik.com\/?page_id=58485"},"modified":"2026-07-01T14:25:08","modified_gmt":"2026-07-01T12:25:08","slug":"picking-strategies","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.prologistik.com\/en\/solutions\/picking-strategies\/","title":{"rendered":"Picking Strategies"},"content":{"rendered":" \n \n \n \n\t\t\t
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Order-Oriented Sequential Picking<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>How to Optimize Your Processes<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n

As fast as possible or as error-free as possible? When selecting the right picking strategy, speed and accuracy often compete with one another. This is especially true when processes are not yet fully automated and human involvement remains essential. In any case, it is worthwhile to carefully evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of different picking methods. After all, picking is one of the most cost-intensive and error-prone processes in a warehouse. Studies show that it can account for up to 50% of total warehouse costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One proven yet often misunderstood method is order-oriented sequential picking<\/strong>. When implemented correctly, it creates transparency, reduces errors, and stabilizes throughput times\u2014particularly in environments with high product variety and clearly structured orders.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n

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In order-oriented sequential picking, each customer order is processed completely and consecutively. A picker (or an automated system) collects all items belonging to a single order before the next order is started. The order therefore moves sequentially through the picking process.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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The focus is clearly on the individual order\u2014unlike batch-oriented or series-oriented methods, where multiple orders or item groups are processed simultaneously. This makes the method particularly transparent and easy to follow.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n

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Picking Strategies Compared:<\/h2>Choosing the Right Method<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n
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