Goods to Person Picking: Automated Warehouse Picking System for High Productivity

What is goods-to-person picking in an automated warehouse picking system?

Goods-to-Person (GTP) is a modern picking method where automated systems (like shuttles or mobile robots) deliver items directly to a stationary operator. This is the opposite of “Person-to-Goods,” where workers spend up to 60% of their time walking through aisles to find products.

How automated warehouse picking systems work ?

When an order is triggered, the SAVOYE WMS/WCS coordinates with the storage system (such as the X-PTS shuttle) to retrieve the specific bin. The bin is transported via high-speed conveyors to a SAVOYE pick station. The operator simply follows visual cues (pick-to-light) to take the required quantity and place it into the shipping carton, ensuring maximum speed and zero fatigue.

Benefits of goods to person picking in automated warehouse picking systems

• Improve productivity and accuracy
• Reduce labor and operational costs
• Enhance operator comfort and efficiency

Goods to person picking station: automated warehouse picking system combining performance and ergonomics

The X-PTS® Pick Station can be used in different modes and for different activities (picking, inventory, etc.) and is an ergonomic picking station, designed to withstand high speeds and adapt to busy periods.

At SAVOYE, we have chosen to place people at the heart of the goods-to person process and the overall design of our X-PTS® Pick Station. With a stated goal to maximize the comfort of your operators, favoring correct and efficient postures, while reducing the effect of stresses that generate fatigue.

How much does an automated warehouse picking system cost?

The investment in a GTP system depends on the number of workstations required and the desired throughput (picks per hour). Because SAVOYE solutions are modular, you can begin with a setup that matches your current volume and add more stations as your business grows. While the initial CAPEX is higher than manual shelving, the reduction in long-term operational costs makes it a highly strategic investment for Middle Eastern enterprises.

What is the ROI of goods-to-person picking?

The Return on Investment (ROI) for a SAVOYE GTP system is typically achieved within 2 to 3 years. This is driven by:

• 4x productivity increase: one operator at a GTP station can do the work of four manual pickers.
• Space savings: high-density storage coupled with GTP stations reduces the required warehouse footprint by up to 50-80%.
• Error elimination:picking accuracy reaches near 100%, drastically reducing the costs of returns and customer dissatisfaction.

How long does it take to implement an automated warehouse picking system?

A standard implementation of SAVOYE pick stations, including integration with the storage medium and software, usually takes between 8 to 12 months. Our team handles everything from ergonomic station design to the final “go-live,” ensuring your staff is fully trained on the intuitive interface.

Can goods-to-person picking integrate with WMS or WCS?

Absolutely. For a GTP system to function, it must be perfectly synchronized with the “brain” of the warehouse. SAVOYE pick stations are designed to integrate natively with our ODATiO WMS and WCS, providing real-time data on picking rates, inventory levels, and order status. They can also be interfaced with existing third-party ERP systems via robust APIs.

Is goods-to-person picking suitable for high-volume operations?

It is the gold standard for high-volume environments. Whether you are managing thousands of SKUs for an e-commerce platform or high-cadence spare parts distribution, SAVOYE GTP pick stations are built for intensive use. They are specifically engineered to handle peak periods (like Ramadan or Black Friday) by maintaining a consistent, high-speed flow that manual picking simply cannot match.