Massive picking and
manual sorting solution
A strategic, high-value solution for assisted manual sorting. In the fashion, luxury and lifestyle sector, where balancing operational efficiency, flexibility and cost-effectiveness is key, this is exactly what it delivers.
Manual sorting for fashion warehouses, guided by Put-to-Light
Based on a massive picking model, this solution allows operators to retrieve large quantities of items from different warehouse zones simultaneously, cutting travel time and optimising internal goods flows across Snatt's network of 40 distribution centres. Unlike traditional automated sorters, the picked items aren't conveyed via motorised belts: in this apparel warehouse setup, they are manually sorted with the aid of Put-to-Light systems, which visually guide operators to allocate each item to the correct destination order.
This manual sorting solution stands out for its technological accessibility and highly competitive cost-benefit profile. While its sorting capacity may be lower than that of a fully automated system, it delivers strong operational results for fashion, luxury and lifestyle brands with a dramatically lower initial investment. Its architecture also allows for high flexibility, making it ideal for warehouse environments with seasonal peaks, promotional campaigns or frequent changes in the product mix.
From the shelf to the destination order
Three principles keep the flow simple, fast and fully tracked, from the warehouse floor to the WMS.
Massive picking
Operators retrieve large quantities of items from different warehouse zones at once, cutting travel time and streamlining internal goods flows.
Put-to-Light sorting
Items are manually sorted with Put-to-Light systems that visually guide each one to its destination order, no motorised belts required.
Logistica.Net task distribution
Direct integration with Logistica.Net assigns and monitors sorting tasks in real time, distributing work across workstations.
Built for medium volumes and high variability
Technologically accessible with a highly competitive cost-benefit profile, the architecture is built for high flexibility: ideal for seasonal peaks, promotional campaigns and frequent changes in the product mix.
Direct WMS integration, real-time control
Direct integration with Logistica.Net, our proprietary WMS, ensures full control of every phase: the system assigns and monitors sorting tasks in real time, tracking every movement and optimising task distribution across workstations. The solution is suitable for both B2B and B2C operations, is ideal for high-SKU-density environments, and allows for progressive scalability without disruption. Used as a pre-sorting stage ahead of a fully automated sorter, it also helps optimise final sorterization, keeping items from recirculating when exit chutes are already at capacity. Logistica.Net orchestrates this within a wider flow design that also covers non-sortable fashion items, such as hanging garments, bags and accessories.
Built for seasonal peaks and shifting product mix
The architecture is built for high flexibility, ideal for environments with seasonal peaks, promotional campaigns or frequent changes in the product mix.
Route optimisation, fewer unnecessary movements and more efficient use of space also enhance the sustainability of operations, aligned with our ESG goals.
This solution stands out for its technological accessibility and highly competitive cost-benefit profile.
Massive picking and manual sorting · Operating principle
Related technologies and services
Massive picking and automatic sorting solution
The high-speed automated sibling technology, for higher sorting capacity in the same architecture.
Comprehensive Value-Added Services (VAS)
Quality control, customisation and specialised packaging, on the same WMS.
Core Contract Logistics
Inbound to outbound supply chain management, run on Logistica.Net.
Massive picking and
manual sorting, explained
What is the massive picking and manual sorting solution?
It is an assisted manual sorting solution based on a massive picking model: operators retrieve large quantities of items from different warehouse zones simultaneously, then sort them manually with the help of Put-to-Light systems that guide each item to its destination order.
How does it compare to a fully automated sorter?
Its sorting capacity can be lower than a fully automated system, but it delivers strong operational results with a dramatically lower initial investment and higher flexibility for seasonal peaks, promotional campaigns or frequent changes in the product mix.
Is it integrated with the WMS?
Yes. Direct integration with Logistica.Net assigns and monitors sorting tasks in real time, tracking every movement and optimising task distribution across workstations, for both B2B and B2C operations.
Can it scale over time?
Yes. The solution is modular and scalable, allowing progressive capacity expansion without disruption, while route optimisation and more efficient use of space support our ESG sustainability goals.
Do you provide manual sorting as a fashion logistics provider?
Yes. As a fashion, luxury and lifestyle logistics provider, Snatt offers this assisted manual sorting solution across its network of 40 distribution centres, combining massive picking with Put-to-Light guidance and direct integration with Logistica.Net.
How does picking and sorting work in an apparel warehouse with frequent product mix changes?
Operators perform massive picking across warehouse zones and sort items manually with Put-to-Light guidance. Workstations reorganise quickly to match seasonal peaks, promotional campaigns and frequent changes in the product mix, and to reflect distribution channel diversification across B2B, B2C and returns.
Is this solution suitable for both B2B and B2C apparel warehouses?
Yes. The solution is suitable for both B2B and B2C operations, is ideal for high-SKU-density environments, and allows for progressive scalability without disruption.
See if assisted manual sorting fits your flows
Tell us about your volumes, your seasonal peaks and your product mix. We show you how massive picking and Put-to-Light sorting integrate with Logistica.Net.
Talk to our technology team
Share your volumes and product mix: our team will get back to you to scope the right sorting setup. Or reach us directly: info@snatt.it · +39 0522 905411.
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