Outbound Sorting
Outbound logistics has only one goal: optimal customer satisfaction.
And that applies to both B2B and B2C. The logistics process is designed to get the right product to the right place at the right time. Outbound sorting plays a crucial role in this. Especially the automatic sorting of your outbound flow offers huge advantages and has been widely proven internationally in sectors such as e-commerce, fashion, retail, 3PL, and postal services.
The benefits of automatic outbound sorting
There are countless advantages, but here are the most immediately noticeable ones:
- Error rates are reduced to nearly zero, which leads to significantly fewer returns
- Orders are assembled accurately and consistently, boosting customer satisfaction
- Batch picking speeds up the process, resulting in lower labor costs and fewer staff needed
- Inventory management remains up to date, supporting more efficient picking and replenishment
- Sorting can be done by location and transport time, enabling seamless truck-ready order consolidation
Automatic outbound sorting combined with GTP
By integrating an automated sorter with a GTP system (or AMR), you unlock the best of both worlds:
- Ultra-compact storage with high SKU density
- Accurate batch picking enhanced by automated sorting
- Hands-free order consolidation, sequencing, and truck-ready output
The result? A future-proof, scalable hybrid order fulfillment system built for speed, accuracy, and high throughput.
More efficient picking
Batch picking streamlines the picking process, making it faster and less labor-intensive. At the same time, the chance of errors drops significantly, which minimizes returns and rework. The result is a more cost-effective operation and higher customer satisfaction. Additionally, real-time inventory visibility ensures accurate stock tracking and better inventory control.
Batch picking in practice
Instead of picking each order individually, multiple orders are grouped for batch picking. A product can be picked once for many orders and sent through the sorter, which automatically assigns each item to the correct chute (exit). This allows for much more efficient picking with fewer workers. Whether an order contains one item or hundreds, the system easily handles it.
Boost your customer satisfaction
In short, automatic outbound sorting means lower costs, fewer returns, higher accuracy, and faster order fulfillment, leading to happier customers. And the best part? The same automated sorter can also handle your inbound flow. Want to see how it works for your operation? Our experts are ready to help. Schedule a consultation today.
