{"id":3320,"date":"2024-07-09T17:05:22","date_gmt":"2024-07-09T21:05:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/4f3b7e0f0f63b0d70d5ea4bd93f99f16\/?p=3320"},"modified":"2024-07-09T17:07:58","modified_gmt":"2024-07-09T21:07:58","slug":"maximizing-warehouse-efficiency-insights-on-pick-velocity-and-automation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/locusrobotics.com\/blog\/maximizing-warehouse-efficiency-insights-on-pick-velocity-and-automation","title":{"rendered":"Maximizing Warehouse Efficiency: Insights on Pick Velocity and Automation"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"3320\" class=\"elementor elementor-3320\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7e25397 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7e25397\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div 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style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, optimizing operations like pick velocity has become crucial for success. Thomas Stearman, Director of Industrial Engineering at UPS, recently shared valuable insights on my <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/locusrobotics.com\/resources\/podcast\/warehouse-automation-matters-episode-01-improving-pick-velocity-in-your-warehouse\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Warehouse Automation Matters<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> podcast about enhancing warehouse efficiency through improved pick velocity and innovative automation strategies.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Pick Velocity Defined<\/b><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/locusrobotics.com\/blog\/pick-velocity-over-storage-density-warehouse\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pick velocity<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, as Stearman explains, refers to how quickly items can be picked in a warehouse. This metric is vital not just at the individual worker level but also for the overall flow and capacity of the warehouse. With e-commerce growth and increasing demands for faster order fulfillment, improving pick velocity has become more critical than ever.<\/span><\/p><p><b>How to Boost Pick Velocity<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPS has implemented several strategies to enhance pick velocity:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital Optimization<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Working with their Warehouse Management System (WMS) partner, UPS has improved processes even in manual environments. They've introduced batch picking and utilize a Warehouse Execution System (WES) to optimize picks, reducing the number of times workers need to visit a location.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical Automation<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: UPS has partnered with various automation providers to implement systems like shuttles, AS\/RS, and rack-to-person systems.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Robotic Automation<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The company has used Locus Robotics to improve picking efficiency. This system has helped <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/locusrobotics.com\/resources\/video\/ups-exceeds-expectations-with-locus-robotics\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> double or triple productivity in picking areas while reducing labor dependency.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><b>Benefits Beyond Efficiency<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interestingly, the benefits of these automation efforts extend beyond just improved pick velocity. Stearman notes that employee satisfaction has increased, leading to reduced turnover. The ergonomic design of systems like Locus Robotics and the ability to customize interfaces in different languages have also made the work more enjoyable and accessible for UPS's diverse workforce.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Picking Velocity Challenges and Solutions<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While focusing on pick velocity is crucial, Stearman warns against neglecting other areas of warehouse operations. As picking speed increases, it's essential to ensure that packing and other downstream processes can keep up to avoid new bottlenecks.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another challenge that automation can uncover is inventory accuracy issues. When systems like Locus Robotics direct pickers to specific locations, any inventory discrepancies become immediately apparent. While this can be initially disruptive, it ultimately leads to improved inventory management and order accuracy.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Flexibility and Scalability<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the key advantages of systems like Locus Robotics is their flexibility. As businesses grow and order profiles change, these systems can easily adapt. This flexibility is particularly crucial during <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/locusrobotics.com\/blog\/how-to-quickly-fulfill-peak-season-orders-with-warehouse-robots\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">peak periods<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, allowing warehouses to scale up operations without any disruption nor significant long-term investments.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stearman highlights the financial benefits of the Locus Robotics\u2019 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/locusrobotics.com\/resources\/video\/perspective-scale-leveraging-raas-for-enterprise-warehouse-operations\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> model. Unlike traditional automation that requires substantial upfront capital expenditure, Locus offers a more flexible model where additional robots can be brought in for peak periods without year-round costs.<\/span><\/p><p><b>The Future of Warehouse Automation<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking ahead, Stearman is excited about the potential of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/locusrobotics.com\/resources\/video\/a-i-in-the-warehouse-what-you-really-need-to-know\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AI in warehouse operations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, particularly for tasks like slotting optimization. He also sees significant opportunities in improving the packing process, which has become a focus area now that picking has been largely optimized.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A recent project combining Locus Robotics with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.packsize.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PackSize<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> technology showcased the potential for holistic improvement. This integration not only enhanced pick efficiency but also reduced packing labor and shipping volume, leading to sustainability benefits\u2014a growing priority for UPS and its customers.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Advice for Warehouse Managers<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those looking to improve their warehouse operations, Stearman offers several pieces of advice:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foster a culture that encourages risk-taking and doesn't penalize failure.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/locusrobotics.com\/blog\/retail-warehouse-analysis-paralysis\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">analysis paralysis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014start with small proof of concepts rather than extensive data analysis.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider an entry point to automation, especially for existing warehouses looking to upgrade without a complete overhaul.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on scalable solutions that can be applied across multiple areas of the warehouse.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allow team members to focus deeply on improvement initiatives for the best results.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By integrating these innovative approaches, warehouse managers can ensure their facilities stay efficient and employee-friendly, while meeting the growing demands of the e-commerce era.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to listen to the Pick Velocity episode of \u201cWarehouse Automation Matters\u201d, or to listen to any other episode? <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/locusrobotics.com\/company\/warehouse-automation-matters-podcast\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out the full podcast series<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/section>\n    <\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-e7e3e5f elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"e7e3e5f\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-915a68d\" data-id=\"915a68d\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap 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