piece picking

English

Noun

piece picking (usually uncountable, plural piece pickings)

  1. (logistics) An order picking method where individual items are picked as the orders are made.
    Alternative form: Piece Picking
    Synonym: individual item picking
    • 2017 September 12, Steve Banker, “A Wholesaler Uses Mobile, Picking Robots In Its Warehouse”, in Forbes[1], United States:
      A revolution in robotic automation for the piece picking warehouse is emerging. The combination of mobile robots and picking arms is potentially revolutionary. These solutions are just beginning to emerge. Rochester Drug Coop (RDC) has implemented a solution from IAM Robotics with future phases already planned.