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Mobile Scanning Workflows ​

Angage ERP's mobile warehouse system revolutionizes operations with comprehensive barcode scanning workflows. This guide covers all five specialized mobile workflows.

Mobile System Overview ​

Key Benefits ​

  • 99.9% Accuracy: Eliminate manual errors
  • 50% Faster: Streamline operations
  • Real-time Updates: Instant synchronization
  • Offline Capable: Work without connectivity
  • User-Friendly: Intuitive interface

Hardware Support ​

  • Android/iOS devices
  • Dedicated scanners
  • Wearable devices
  • Vehicle-mounted units
  • RFID readers

Workflow 1: Receiving ​

Process Overview ​

mermaid
graph LR
    A[Scan PO] --> B[Verify Vendor]
    B --> C[Scan Items]
    C --> D[Enter Quantities]
    D --> E[Quality Check]
    E --> F[Put-away Direction]

Step-by-Step Guide ​

1. Start Receiving ​

  1. Open mobile app
  2. Tap Receiving
  3. Login location: RECV-01
  4. Select receiving type:
    • Purchase order
    • Transfer order
    • Return receipt
    • Direct receipt

2. Scan Purchase Order ​

  1. Scan PO barcode on document
  2. Or enter PO number manually
  3. System displays:
    • Vendor name
    • Expected items
    • Quantities
    • Special instructions

3. Item Verification ​

For each item:

  1. Scan Item Barcode
    • System validates against PO
    • Shows item details
    • Displays expected quantity
  2. Enter Received Quantity
    • Use keypad or voice
    • Scan quantity barcode
    • Confirm count
  3. Capture Lot/Serial
    • Scan lot barcode
    • Enter expiry date
    • Record serial numbers
  4. Quality Indicators
    • Flag for inspection
    • Note damages
    • Take photos

4. Complete Receipt ​

  1. Review all items
  2. Get vendor signature
  3. Print labels if needed
  4. Confirm receipt
  5. System generates GRN

Advanced Features ​

Over/Under Receiving ​

  • Tolerance checking
  • Approval workflow
  • Reason codes
  • Automatic PO update

Cross-Docking ​

  • Identify cross-dock items
  • Skip put-away
  • Direct to shipping
  • Update status

Workflow 2: Put-Away ​

Process Overview ​

Directed put-away optimizes storage:

mermaid
graph TD
    A[Scan Item] --> B{System Suggests Location}
    B --> C[Travel to Location]
    C --> D[Scan Location]
    D --> E[Confirm Quantity]
    E --> F[Next Item]

Execution Steps ​

1. Get Put-Away Task ​

  1. System assigns tasks
  2. Or scan item to start
  3. View put-away list:
    • Priority items
    • Optimal route
    • Special handling

2. Item Processing ​

  1. Scan Item/Pallet
    • Confirms correct item
    • Shows quantity
    • Displays destination
  2. System Direction
    • Suggests best location
    • Based on rules:
      • ABC classification
      • Turnover rate
      • Size/weight
      • Restrictions
  3. Travel to Location
    • Follow route guidance
    • Visual warehouse map
    • Distance indicator

3. Location Confirmation ​

  1. Scan Location Barcode
    • Validates correct spot
    • Checks capacity
    • Verifies compatibility
  2. Place Items
    • Physical placement
    • Quantity confirmation
    • Photo if required
  3. Complete Task
    • Update system
    • Next task appears
    • Performance tracked

Put-Away Strategies ​

Zone-Based ​

  • Fast movers near shipping
  • Bulk in remote areas
  • Temperature zones
  • Security zones

Dynamic Slotting ​

  • No fixed locations
  • System optimization
  • Maximum flexibility
  • Space efficiency

Workflow 3: Picking ​

Process Overview ​

Optimized picking paths:

mermaid
graph LR
    A[Get Pick List] --> B[Travel to Location]
    B --> C[Scan Location]
    C --> D[Pick Items]
    D --> E[Scan Confirmation]
    E --> F[Next Pick]

Pick Types ​

Single Order Picking ​

  1. One order at a time
  2. Complete order integrity
  3. Direct to packing
  4. Simple process

Batch Picking ​

  1. Multiple orders together
  2. Sort while picking
  3. Efficiency gains
  4. Requires organization

Wave Picking ​

  1. Grouped by criteria:
    • Shipping time
    • Carrier
    • Zone
    • Priority
  2. Coordinated release
  3. Balanced workload

Execution Process ​

1. Start Pick Task ​

  1. Login to pick zone
  2. Get assigned tasks
  3. Or scan order barcode
  4. View pick list:
    • Optimized sequence
    • Item images
    • Quantities
    • Special notes

2. Pick Execution ​

For each pick:

  1. Navigate to Location
    • Follow pick path
    • Distance indicator
    • Zone guidance
  2. Scan Location
    • Confirms right spot
    • Shows item details
    • Displays quantity
  3. Pick Items
    • Select quantity
    • Scan items if required
    • Handle exceptions
  4. Confirm Pick
    • Scan confirmation
    • Or manual confirm
    • Note shortages

3. Exception Handling ​

Short Picks

  1. Enter actual quantity
  2. Select reason:
    • Not in location
    • Damaged
    • Reserved
    • Cycle count needed
  3. System actions:
    • Backorder
    • Substitute
    • Pick from alternate

Wrong Item

  1. Flag discrepancy
  2. Photo evidence
  3. Cycle count triggered
  4. Supervisor notified

Pick Optimization ​

Pick Path Logic ​

  • Shortest route
  • Heavy items first
  • Fragile items last
  • Congestion avoidance

Performance Tracking ​

  • Picks per hour
  • Travel distance
  • Error rate
  • Completion time

Workflow 4: Inventory Moves ​

Movement Types ​

Location Transfers ​

  • Bin to bin
  • Zone to zone
  • Consolidation
  • Replenishment

Status Changes ​

  • Available to hold
  • Quarantine release
  • Quality status
  • Ownership transfer

Transfer Process ​

1. Initiate Transfer ​

  1. Select transfer type
  2. Or scan movement order
  3. Enter transfer details:
    • Reason
    • Priority
    • Completion time

2. Source Processing ​

  1. Scan Source Location
    • Shows available items
    • Quantities on hand
  2. Select Items
    • Scan item barcode
    • Or select from list
    • Enter quantity
  3. Confirm Removal
    • Update source
    • Item in transit

3. Destination Processing ​

  1. Travel to Destination
    • Route guidance
    • Carrying confirmation
  2. Scan Destination
    • Validates location
    • Checks capacity
    • Rules verification
  3. Complete Transfer
    • Place items
    • Confirm quantity
    • Update complete

Bulk Transfers ​

Pallet Moves ​

  1. Scan pallet ID
  2. System shows contents
  3. Scan destination
  4. Move complete pallet

Zone Transfers ​

  1. Select items by zone
  2. Bulk movement
  3. Staged processing
  4. Batch confirmation

Workflow 5: Cycle Counting ​

Count Strategies ​

ABC Counting ​

  • A items: Weekly
  • B items: Monthly
  • C items: Quarterly
  • Automated scheduling

Random Sampling ​

  • Statistical accuracy
  • Daily counts
  • Spread across warehouse
  • Trend analysis

Counting Process ​

1. Get Count Task ​

  1. System assigns counts
  2. Based on schedule
  3. Priority locations
  4. Download count list

2. Count Execution ​

  1. Navigate to Location
    • Blind count preferred
    • No expected quantity shown
  2. Scan Location
    • Confirms correct spot
    • Shows count screen
  3. Count Items
    • Scan each item type
    • Enter quantities
    • Note discrepancies
  4. Submit Count
    • Review entries
    • Confirm submission
    • Variance calculated

3. Variance Resolution ​

If variance found:

  1. Recount Option
    • Supervisor approval
    • Second count
    • Photo required
  2. Investigation
    • Transaction history
    • Recent movements
    • Pattern analysis
  3. Adjustment
    • Create adjustment
    • Reason code
    • Approval workflow

Count Optimization ​

Best Practices ​

  • Count during low activity
  • Use blind counting
  • Rotate counters
  • Focus on high-value
  • Document everything

System Configuration ​

Mobile Setup ​

Device Configuration ​

  1. Install Angage mobile app
  2. Configure server URL
  3. Set location defaults
  4. Enable features:
    • Camera
    • GPS
    • Offline mode

User Settings ​

  • Default warehouse
  • Preferred workflows
  • Language
  • Alert preferences
  • Performance display

Barcode Configuration ​

Supported Formats ​

  • Code 128
  • Code 39
  • QR Code
  • Data Matrix
  • EAN/UPC

Label Design ​

  • Location labels
  • Item labels
  • Pallet labels
  • Document barcodes
  • Integration codes

Best Practices ​

Efficiency Tips ​

  • Keep devices charged
  • Clean scanner lens
  • Proper training
  • Regular updates
  • Performance monitoring

Accuracy Measures ​

  • Scan verification
  • Quantity confirmation
  • Photo documentation
  • Exception handling
  • Audit trails

Safety Considerations ​

  • Hands-free options
  • Proper ergonomics
  • Clear pathways
  • Alert awareness
  • Equipment care

Troubleshooting ​

Common Issues ​

Scanner not reading

  • Clean lens
  • Check barcode quality
  • Verify format
  • Adjust angle
  • Try manual entry

Connection lost

  • Check WiFi signal
  • Switch to offline
  • Queue transactions
  • Sync when connected
  • Contact IT

Wrong location suggested

  • Verify rules
  • Check restrictions
  • Review item setup
  • Update parameters
  • Report issue

Next Steps

Learn about Pick & Pack operations for order fulfillment.

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