Why RF Picking isn't Always Better

By Steve Mulaik, The Progress Group

ABSTRACT

If you spent close to $85,000 or more to outfit a dozen pickers with RF gear wouldn't you expect to get something out of it? The truth is, not everyone does…


Why do some companies get a return out of this investment and others get disillusioned? The answer lies in how a firm views the technology. The successful ones look at RF as a means to an end. The less successful seem to feel that RF alone will inherently improve their operations. Stated simply -you get out of RF what you put into it. For some, no matter how much you put into it, it still is not the answer.

The Progress Group encourages its clients to consider RF as a tool to improve productivity. We believe you should review Five Issues before choosing to use RF picking in your facility:


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About the Author

Steve Mulaik is a Director The Progress Group, a logistics consulting firm headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Steve is a member of TPG's Warehouse Management System practice. If you would like to get in touch with him he may be reached at 770 438 8177 or smulaik@theprogressgroup.com.

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