Processing Warehouse Transactions Using
Handheld Wireless RF Barcode Terminals
With ePDS, you can use a Handheld Wireless RF Barcode Terminal to perform these warehouse transactions:
- Relocating of stock from one location to another within the warehouse
- Physical Inventory/Cycle Counting
You can print bar coded location label to identify each location within your warehouse where stock may be stored. Location can be defined by either:
- Aisle, Row, Shelf and Bin.
You also print item labels to identify the item and the particular lot of goods. These labels can be defined by either:
Lastly, a barcode symbol is printed on each picking ticket to allow scanning of the picking ticket. The conversation on the handheld device then utilizes these three pieces of barcode information resulting in extremely accurate recording of stock movement within the warehouse.
Initial Setup
To utilize the handheld terminals with ePDS you need the following:
- A server running Microsoft Internet Information Services
- An Access Point Device located in a central location within the warehouse. The Access Point will be connected to the server and acts as a workstation on your network.
- A Symbol Mobile Computer that can run the Symbol PocketBrowser v2.0 software. Symbol PocketBrowser software is a specially designed version of a web browser that connects through the Access Point Device to the Server running Microsoft Internet Information Services. Axiom Software has developed server and browser software to support each of the warehouse transactions.
Configure ePDS for the following:
- Automatic Lot Control With or Without Box Control
- Warehouse Location Tracking Features
- Warehouse Pulling/Picking Features
- Optionally, Warehouse Location Bin Control
Picking Process
The picking process works in conjunction with the ePDS picking ticket that has a barcode symbol of the ePDS shipment number printed across the top of the form.
The process for picking is as follows:
- Scan ePDS Shipment Number of Picking Ticket
- System tells the picker where to go and what to pick
- Scan Lot Number barcode symbol printed on Box or Bag
- Scan Cart or Tray where goods are being moved to
At each step, the system verifies and validates that all information is complete and accurate.
Restocking Process
The restocking process records the movement of stock from the receiving, fulfillment, or quality control area to the warehouse bins or shelves. The Restock process is as follows:
- Scan Cart, Tray, or Location where goods are located from receiving or fulfillment
Relocation Process
Relocating allows warehouse personnel to record the movement of goods within the warehouse. The relocation process is simple:
- Scan Lot Number to relocate.
Cycle Count/Physical Count Process
The cycle count process integrates with the Physical Count process in ePDS. Within the application, the user may create a batch of items that need to be counted. That batch of items is then assigned to a user to perform the counts. With the handheld device, the user will be prompted to go to specific locations in the warehouse to perform cycle counts on assign items. The user will scan the item to be counted and then enter a count. These counts will be stored in the batch to be processed at a later time.
Custom Development
Each of these processes may be modified to function in the exact fashion that you require. When you are ready, we can demonstrate and review each of the processes to ensure that it conforms to your requirements and the way that you would like your warehouse to work.
For more information about the ePDS/Warehouse add-on to ePDS, our flagship Electronic Parts Distribution System, contact us.