# warehouse withdrawal procedures

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> Warehouse withdrawal procedures define the sequence in which goods are retrieved from storage, balancing stock rotation, shelf-life compliance, and picking efficiency.

Warehouse withdrawal procedures define the sequence in which goods are retrieved from storage, balancing stock rotation, shelf-life compliance, and picking efficiency. FIFO (First In, First Out) applies time-based rotation and is the standard approach in general cargo warehouses. FEFO (First Expired, First Out) is mandatory for perishables and pharmaceuticals: it prioritises items closest to their expiry date, regardless of when they were received. LIFO (Last In, First Out) suits short-term storage scenarios where strict rotation is not a priority. Chaotic storage picking, by contrast, places goods in any available slot and relies on the warehouse management system, scanners, or pick-by-light to direct pickers to the correct location—maximising space utilisation regardless of receipt sequence. The appropriate procedure depends on product characteristics, applicable regulations, and the capabilities of the WMS in use.

**Source:** [https://www.itwissen.info/L/Lagerentnahme.html](https://www.itwissen.info/L/Lagerentnahme.html)

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| Property | Value |
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| Term | warehouse withdrawal procedures |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 130 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://www.itwissen.info/L/Lagerentnahme.html |

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