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June 20, 2024<\/div>\n

Improve Order Accuracy and Service Levels with Warehouse Automation<\/h1>\n \n

\n \"Author\n Mary Hart<\/span>, Sr. Content Marketing Manager<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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Meeting customer expectations for timely and accurate orders is no longer just a goal but a necessity for warehouses. As e-commerce continues to grow, so does the demand for efficiency in order fulfillment. Warehouse automation is revolutionizing this space, offering solutions that significantly enhance order accuracy and service levels and help your warehouse stay ahead in a competitive market.<\/span><\/p>

What is Order Accuracy and Service Levels?<\/b><\/p>

Order accuracy refers to the percentage of orders correctly picked, packed, and delivered without errors in your warehouse. Service levels measure your warehouse\u2019s ability to deliver orders within the promised time frame. High performance in both areas is essential for customer satisfaction, retention, and overall operational efficiency.<\/span><\/p>

Achieving high order accuracy and superior service levels is a goal for many warehouses. According to industry benchmarks from the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM), best-in-class warehouses aim for an <\/span>order accuracy rate of 99.5-99.9%<\/span><\/a> and a service level (On-Time In-Full, or OTIF) of at least 98-99%. However, inefficiencies in manual processes, human errors, and outdated systems often prevent warehouses from meeting these standards, leading to higher costs and dissatisfied customers.<\/span><\/p>

3 Ways Automation Enhances Order Accuracy<\/b><\/p>

Order accuracy is critical for maintaining customer satisfaction and reducing costs associated with returns and replacements. Automation provides a reliable solution to enhance accuracy in these ways:<\/span><\/p>

  1. Reduction in Human Error<\/span><\/i>: Automation significantly reduces human error. <\/span>Manual picking and packing processes<\/span><\/a> are prone to mistakes, but automation with solutions like autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) ensure accurate item picking based on advanced algorithms and real-time data, leading to higher order accuracy rates and minimizing costly returns and replacements.<\/span><\/li>
  2. Real-Time Data Integration: <\/span><\/i>Automation leverages <\/span>real-time data<\/span><\/a> through reporting tools like <\/span>LocusHub<\/span><\/a> to help humans make informed decisions during the order fulfillment process. AMRs work collaboratively with human associates to ensure that each order is processed with the most current information available, which enhances overall accuracy.<\/span><\/li>
  3. Advanced Inventory Management<\/span><\/i>: Automated systems often include sophisticated inventory management solutions that provide real-time visibility into stock levels and locations, ensuring correct items are always picked.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ol>

    Boosting Service Levels with Automation<\/b><\/p>

    Service levels are all about delivering on promises, ensuring customers receive their orders on time and in full. Automation plays a crucial role in achieving these high standards. By integrating AMRs, warehouses can streamline operations and improve service levels in several key ways:<\/span><\/p>