# pickup

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> Freight forwarders and shippers use scheduled pickup as a call-off procedure, collecting goods from a supplier or warehouse at fixed intervals – daily, weekly, or in line with production cycles – in pre-agreed quantities.

Freight forwarders and shippers use scheduled pickup as a call-off procedure, collecting goods from a supplier or warehouse at fixed intervals – daily, weekly, or in line with production cycles – in pre-agreed quantities. The regularity is what sets it apart from ad-hoc collection: carriers can consolidate routes, maximise load factors, and cut empty runs. In supply chain management, scheduled pickup is closely tied to just-in-time replenishment, reducing buffer stock and warehousing costs. It differs from a one-off collection in that a standing agreement governs both frequency and volume.

**Source:** [https://www.logistik-wiki.de/wiki/Abzug](https://www.logistik-wiki.de/wiki/Abzug)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | pickup |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 89 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://www.logistik-wiki.de/wiki/Abzug |

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