Questions & Answers about lean production
What are Put to light and Pick to light systems?
Pick to light and Put to light are warehouse management systems. Both systems use lights that indicate which items the worker should pick or put away in a storage rack.
Pick to light system display which location workers should pick the items from for an order, with lights mounted on the storage rack turning on to show where to find the items.
The purpose of this method is to guide workers in placing received items in their designated locations.
Instead of relying on manual scanning or searching, lights are used to indicate where items should be placed. This method can be utilized in put-away processes and inventory
management systems to improve warehouse accuracy, efficiency, and safety while reducing labor costs. Both systems offer real-time visibility into inventory levels for optimal management.
