# Picking strategy

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> A picking strategy comes into play once order volumes, product ranges, and staffing levels are established.

A picking strategy comes into play once order volumes, product ranges, and staffing levels are established. It defines the method used to execute warehouse picks—single-order picking, batch picking, zone picking, or wave picking—and aligns travel paths, labour allocation, and storage layout with throughput targets. High-volume, multi-line operations typically benefit from batch or wave approaches, while urgent single-line orders often call for dedicated picks. In fulfilment and freight forwarding, the chosen strategy has a direct bearing on processing speed, error rates, and on-time dispatch.

**Source:** [https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kommissionierung](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kommissionierung)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Picking strategy |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 83 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kommissionierung |

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