Order picking is a key component of internal material flow systems. Within a company, it serves as the interface to the customer in distribution processes or supplies the parts and components needed for subsequent production steps. There are many possible ways to design order picking systems, all of which must be considered during the planning phase. Two of the most important factors in system design are response time and cost. Cost, in particular, plays a crucial role today, as order picking still involves a high proportion of manual work. The book expands on existing theories by incorporating new insights into systems, calculations, and methods for determining time data in order picking. It is aimed at students and teachers who have a basic understanding of logistics-related topics. Numerous illustrations and structured overviews support the reader and make it easier to become familiar with the subject matter. Various examples round off the scope of the book and enable readers to reflect on the knowledge they have acquired through these practice-oriented case studies.
