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Receiving- Imports purchase orders from host computer system
- Can receive multiple purchase orders simultaneously to avoid bottlenecks
- Uses supplier bar codes on received material (no need to re-label)
- Provides bar code labeling of non bar-coded material
- Learns new bar codes as items are received to update item inventory data base
- Validates expected receipts automatically through scanning
- Tracks lot numbers and date codes of received material
- Warns receiving personnel if item is not on purchase order
- Flags back-ordered items to cross-dock based on order date or manual allocation
- Receiver can "unreceive" a line item quantity to correct receiving errors
- Receiving discrepancies can automatically generate an email to purchasing
- Reports purchase order reconciliation -- useful for vendor negotiations
- Automatically converts purchasing unit of measure to inventory unit of measure
- Can accommodate fractional quantities of received items
- Updates host system with accurate purchase order receipt data
- In-bound freight charges and bill of lading number can be recorded at receiving
Putaway- Allows items to be stored in multiple bin locations: Primary, secondary, showroom, overstock or random
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"Random Putaway" allows storage locations to contain any items
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"System Managed Random Putaway" using "velocity class" item/bin assignments makes warehouse capacity most efficient while assuring best placement of fast moving items
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"Directed Putaway" informs the operator of the most efficient route
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"Scan/Confirm" prompt assures items are assigned to the correct location
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Allows for lot number identification and tracking
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"Operator Directed Putaway" provides maximum flexibility
Picking/Retrieving- Imports sales/work orders/transfers from host computer
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Locally manages picking priorities including "will call"
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Directs the operator for efficient proximity picking (From primary bin, reserve storage, receiving cart, etc.)
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"Scan/Confirm" prompt assures correct items are picked
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Directs multiple pickers to pick portions of the same order for rapid turnaround
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Allows picking of other than the requested quantity
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Paperless or paper initiated picking
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Pick by route
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Zone capability (separate small items for carts, heavy items on pallets, outside yard storage, etc.)
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Batch order capability (one picker picks multiple orders)
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Batch-within-zone capability
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Serial number capture during pick
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Optional FIFO or lot specific picking
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Pick raw materials for kits or assemblies
Relocate- Across and/or between warehouses
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Move to replenish dedicated locations
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Move within warehouse to temporary storage location
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Combine items from multiple loads/locations
Customer-Specific Label Printing- Bar code, text, and graphics
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Item, carton, and/or pallet labeling
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Print before, during or after picking
Replenishment- System directed replenishment of Primary, Secondary, and Front Counter bin locations
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When quantity in a managed bin location dips below the minimum, an internal replenishment order is created
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The Replenishment software automatically directs a warehouse person to fill an active picking area from a bulk storage area
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"Scan/Confirm" prompt assures inventory is relocated accurately
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Optional "First-In-First-Out" (FIFO) control
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Ability to generate a Replenish List based on current order demand
Returns- Operates on Return Orders downloaded from the host
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Returns process allows user to select which item to process next
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Allows UnReceive "return" for a Line Item Quantity prior to posting
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Supports ability to over-receive returns.
Cycle Count- Allows multiple part numbers in any location
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Verifies items and quantities correct/not correct
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Provides optional real-time inventory updates (perpetual inventory accuracy)
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Manage cycle counting jobs by fast moving items, bins, specific vendors, etc.
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Provides inventory exception reports and host update
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Satisfies accounting requirements
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Reporting - Provided graphs, statistics and reports based on % accuracy of historical cycle count jobs
Shipping- Shipping accuracy assured by scanning during picking and optional validation
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Provides manifesting capability for common carriers
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Manages stops within routes and assures correct staging
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Prints shipping labels and packing lists including truck route and stop and bills of lading
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Reports shipments to a host computer for inventory updates
Integrated Front Counter- Item scanning at the point of sale
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Real-time control of show room inventory
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Build customer orders on demand
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Provides ability to assign Front Counter bin via RF Terminal
Logistic Performance Reporting- Measure receiving discrepancies among vendors
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System activity reports/charts
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Detailed employee activity reporting
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Employee performance summary reports
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Visibility to employee performance tracking (measure efficiencies among warehouse employees)
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Detailed audit trail for every item
Other System Highlights- Multiple branch support
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Web support
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Report generation
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File export
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Archive and backup
Slotting Optimization module- Increases the productivity of your workforce, primarily in your pickers
- Analyzes how inventory is moving and strategically reassigns the placement of inventory for greater efficiencies
- Allows you to get a real pulse on the movement of products for better forecasting, planning, and improved customer service.
Latitude Manifesting Module- Reporting Tools – With a variety of standard and custom reports (including query building tools), you can skip the metering process by creating a manifest report detailing the weight and postage for each item as well as the entire mailing.
- Financial Calculators – The Module calculates fuel service charges, shops parcel insurance alternatives to find the best price, and includes a configurable handling charge feature. In addition, the Module supports multiple billing types such as prepaid, third party, COD etc.
- Customer Notifications – you can automatically notify customers via email when the order is shipped as well as respond to customer inquiries.
- Desktop Shipping – The Module supports an unlimited number of users and locations. From a simple desktop application anyone with authorized access to the company Intranet can execute a shipment.
- Complete Documentation and Hazmat Support – The Module provides all domestic and international documentation such as bills of lading, commercial invoices, shipper’s export declarations, NAFTA certificates of origin etc. It also supports hazardous materials processing.
"The warehouse system from PathGuide has been the backbone of our e-commerce order fulfillment capability. Automating our warehouse has dramatically increased our customer service levels"
Russ Slabaugh
Software Tools and Technologies Team
Automationdirect.com
Cumming, GA
Features
Latitude: Warehouse Management System Highlights
Receiving
Putaway
Picking/Retrieving
Relocate
Customer-Specific Label Printing
Replenishment
Returns
Cycle Count
Shipping
Integrated Front Counter
Logistic Performance Reporting
Other System Highlights
Slotting Optimization module
Latitude Manifesting Module
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