Logistics Technology & WMS Flashcards
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Which WMS feature automatically directs warehouse workers to the most efficient pick path to minimize travel time?
Answer: Optimized pick routing
Optimized pick routing uses algorithms to sequence pick tasks so workers travel the shortest possible distance through the warehouse.
In a WMS, 'cartonization' refers to the process of:
Answer: Determining the optimal box size to pack an order
Cartonization logic selects the best-fit box dimensions for each order to minimize void fill, reduce shipping costs, and ensure product protection.
A 3PL provider bills clients based on pallet positions occupied, pick transactions, and inbound receipts. Which WMS capability enables this billing model?
Answer: Activity-based billing module
An activity-based billing module within a WMS tracks chargeable events per client and generates invoices based on actual warehouse activity.
Which technology is BEST suited for tracking reusable totes as they move between a DC and retail stores without requiring line-of-sight scanning?
Answer: Passive RFID tags
Passive RFID tags can be read in bulk without line-of-sight, making them ideal for tracking reusable assets through dock doors automatically.
A company wants to ensure that no lot of a recalled food product remains in the warehouse undetected. Which WMS capability is most critical?
Answer: Lot-level traceability and quarantine management
Lot-level traceability allows the WMS to instantly identify every location containing a specific lot and place it on hold, supporting rapid recall execution.
What is the primary purpose of a Warehouse Control System (WCS) in relation to a WMS?
Answer: To translate WMS work orders into real-time commands for automated material handling equipment
A WCS acts as a middleware layer that converts high-level WMS directives into equipment-level instructions for conveyors, sorters, and other automated systems.
Which slotting strategy places fast-moving items closest to shipping docks to reduce average travel distance?
Answer: Velocity-based slotting
Velocity-based slotting assigns golden zone locations near outbound docks to the highest-velocity SKUs, reducing picker travel and improving throughput.