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Pick Rate Calculator
Calculate picking productivity and labor requirements
Input Parameters
Picking Method
Order Volume
Pick Characteristics
Per pick location
Time to locate and pick item
Productivity Results
Enter parameters and click Calculate to see results
Cost Analysis
Calculate pick rate to see cost analysis
Calculation Methodology
Pick Rate Formula
Total Time: Travel Time + Pick Time + Put Time
Picks/Hour: (3600 - Setup Time) ÷ Total Time
Required Pickers: Total Lines ÷ (Picks/Hour × Hours)
Efficiency: (Pick + Put) ÷ Total Time × 100%
Picking Method Comparison
Discrete: Simple, 100% travel
Batch: 40% travel, 8 orders/batch
Zone: 30% travel, reduced congestion
Wave: 35% travel, scheduled waves
Cluster: 25% travel, 4 orders/cart