Case Study: Evaluation of Applications for a Fashion Online Store

For a leading fashion and sportswear online store, we evaluated two existing Goods-to-Person (G2P) systems and examined alternative solutions to optimize the picking process for a new warehouse construction. Ultimately, an economically sound decision was made to refrain from a fully automated solution.

Evaluation of a Picking Solution for a Fashion Online Store

For a leading online store in the fashion and sportswear sector, we developed a well-founded decision basis for the construction of a new warehouse. The goal was to evaluate existing offers for G2P systems and explore possible alternatives to find the most economically viable solution.

1. Process Analysis & Workshop

In a one-day workshop, we evaluated all technical, organizational, and process-related requirements for the new warehouse construction.

2. Evaluation of Offers

We assessed the plausibility and ROI of the existing G2P offers and evaluated their economic feasibility.

3. Sketching Alternatives

Additionally, we presented alternative solutions such as zone picking and transport processes that promised a better ROI and selected various suppliers for these options.

4. Decision Template

Based on our evaluation, the decision was made to refrain from robotic automation due to the overall economic situation.

Schematic Representation of the New GTP Solution

Key Takeaways for the Client

Throughout the project, we helped the client make informed decisions for their new warehouse. The following insights showed that, in certain cases, a solution with lower automation can be more economically viable.

Focus on Economic Feasibility

The evaluation revealed that a less automated solution could offer a higher ROI than fully automated systems.

Flexibility in Solution Selection

The examination of alternative processes like zone picking demonstrated that even less complex technologies can often be efficient and cost-effective.

Decision Against Immediate Automation

Based on our analysis, the client decided to delay robotic solutions and remain flexible in response to the economic situation.

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