Receive, check, and store goods efficiently with this simplified reception flow tailored for SMEs.
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Efficiently manage the reception of goods with a step-by-step guide tailored for SMEs.
Efficiently manage the reception of goods with a step-by-step guide tailored for SMEs.
Visual guide to inbound goods reception, including checks, labeling, and put-away procedures. Useful for logistics staff and SME warehouses.
This process describes how goods are received into the warehouse, including verification, quality checks, and proper labeling before put-away. The flowchart illustrates a simplified inbound logistics process, tailored for small and mid-sized operations.
See also: "Order Picking and Fulfillment"
Purpose:
The reception process ensures the proper verification and registration of incoming goods into the warehouse inventory system.
Process steps:
Receive goods at dock – Goods arrive at the receiving dock.
Verify documents – Check delivery note or invoice against the expected shipment.
Unload goods – Carefully unload items from the transport vehicle.
Inspect goods – Conduct both quantitative (quantity) and qualitative (condition) checks.
Register in system – Enter data into the warehouse management system (WMS).
Labeling – If applicable, apply internal barcodes or tracking labels.
Store in stock locations – Move accepted items to designated storage areas.
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