Warehouse Pick | A Function in the L-mobile warehouse ready for MS Dynamics Basic Module

Simplify picking with mobile picking for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and NAV

Paperless picking with MS Dynamics NAV (formerly Navision) and Business Central is quick, easy, and reliable. With the “Warehouse Pick” and “Warehouse Shipment” functions in the L-mobile warehouse ready for MS Dynamics warehouse management software, you can completely do away with paper-based picking once and for all. Instead, your warehouse personnel will work with digital picklists that are displayed on a mobile device and guide them through the warehouse based on efficient routes.

Withdrawn quantities, withdrawal storage bins, and target storage bins can be conveniently confirmed on the go within the paperless picking solution for MS Dynamics NAV and Business Central. Everything is posted to your MS Dynamics system in real time. Depending on the settings at the respective storage location, paperless picking for Dynamics NAV and Dynamics 365 Business Central accesses the source document to which the inventory pick or warehouse shipment refers. Sales order, inventory pick, warehouse pick, and warehouse shipment documents are supported.

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Warehouse Pick with L-mobile warehouse ready for MS Dynamics

With the L-mobile warehouse ready for MS Dynamics mobile warehouse management solution, you can significantly simplify and speed up picking in the warehouse. Instead of pen and paper, your warehouse personnel work with digital picklists, which guide them through the warehouse based on optimum routes. To do this, the information from the relevant source document in Dynamics NAV or Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is made available in real time on mobile devices, ideally mobile barcode scanners. Similarly, all information about the quantities withdrawn, the withdrawal storage bins, and item tracking information (series and batches) is reported directly back to MS Dynamics NAV or Business Central. Whether FIFO, FEFO, or even ascending and descending sorting, the L-mobile warehouse mobile data collection solution supports all warehouse strategies within paperless picking for NAV (formerly Navision) and Business Central as well as warehouse shipment.

Advantages of paperless picking with Dynamics 365 Business Central and NAV

While paper-based picking always results in a time lag between the physical flow of goods and posting in the ERP system, mobile picking ensures an always up-to-date and transparent overview of warehouse stock and the movement of goods. Mobile warehouse management significantly reduces previous search times, process routes, and coordination efforts. If an employee picks the wrong item or a blocked batch during paperless picking, they are alerted to this error after scanning the barcode. As a result, both incorrect postings and incorrect deliveries can be consistently prevented.

Confirming warehouse shipment

When the warehouse shipment is confirmed, the postings made with the mobile warehouse management solution are transferred to the respective source documents (sales order, inventory pick, or warehouse shipment document) in Microsoft Dynamics NAV (formerly Navision) or Business Central. Parallel to this, the source document is automatically populated with the latest data, such as the quantity delivered, the storage bin code, or the batch or serial number. Last but not least, the source document is posted and the corresponding item, value, and, if applicable, storage bin postings are generated in MS Dynamics NAV or Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.

Warehouse Pick in Microsoft Dynamics NAV & Business Central

Depending on how the storage location is set up, various options for inventory pick and warehouse shipment are available in Microsoft Dynamics NAV and MS Dynamics 365 Business Central. A general distinction is made between the following processing methods:

Posting directly via the sales order

Posting via a sales order in connection with an inventory pick

Registering the warehouse shipment via a warehouse shipment document

Registering via a warehouse shipment document and order picking (two-step warehouse shipment)

Registering directly via a sales order

When posting via a sales order, a new sales order is created in NAV (formerly Navision) and Business Central. To do this, information about the customer (debtors) is stored and details about the items to be delivered are entered in the order lines (item number, storage location code, storage bin code, quantity, and, if applicable, serial or batch numbers). Once the entry is complete, the sales order can be released and a corresponding picklist (report) can be generated in Microsoft Dynamics.

However, the sales order is often posted directly as “delivered” and a NAV delivery note is created, or a delivery note is generated in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. This delivery note is then used as a picklist for warehouse personnel. However, once picking has been completed, any discrepancies may be transferred to the delivery note created in Business Central or NAV. In the worst case, a delivery note cancellation is required at this point.

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Conclusion
When posting directly via a sales order, the goods are still physically in the warehouse, but are already marked as delivered quantities in NAV or Business Central. If there is a discrepancy between the picklist and the physical pick, a delivery note cancellation may need to be posted in MS Dynamics.

Posting via a sales order in connection with an inventory pick

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For storage locations where picking is required, the inventory pick document is used to remove goods from stock. The basis for creating a NAV or Dynamics 365 Business Central inventory pick is a sales order containing the information about the corresponding items, quantities, storage bins, etc. After the sales order has been released, a warehouse document can be generated in MS Dynamics NAV or Dynamics 365 Business Central. The inventory pick can be generated here directly via the sales order or via the “Inventory Pick” function and the link to a released order. All relevant information from the sales order lines in NAV or Business Central is transferred to the Navision inventory pick.

After the inventory pick has been generated for Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Dynamics 365 Business Central, a picklist is created for warehouse personnel. The employee starts picking the goods with this pick order. Following physical picking, the information from the picklist, which is usually noted manually by the picker, is transferred to the inventory pick. It is only at this point that it becomes clear which quantities and, if applicable, which batches or serial numbers were actually taken from which places. The pick is then posted in “Logistics” and the sales order lines are updated in MS Dynamics.

Conclusion
Posting via a sales order in connection with an inventory pick for NAV and Business Central results in a considerable amount of administrative work. First, the lists are printed, which then have to be manually entered into the MS Dynamics ERP system after picking—a time-consuming process. This creates a time lag between the physical movement of goods and their posting in Dynamics 365 Business Central or NAV, which can lead to an increased risk of error.

Registering directly via a warehouse shipment document

In the case of storage locations marked “Warehouse shipment required”, the warehouse shipment document is used. In contrast to an inventory pick, with the warehouse shipment document it is possible to combine several documents in Dynamics 365 Business Central or Microsoft Dynamics NAV. The warehouse shipment document can be generated directly from a sales order in MS Dynamics or from several source documents from NAV or Business Central. In both cases, all relevant information such as the item number, storage bin or storage location code, etc., is copied (from the sales order about the items to be delivered) to the lines of the warehouse shipment document. Subsequently, a picklist can be generated for pickers via a corresponding report in MS Dynamics NAV/Business Central. Using this picklist, the employee starts picking the goods for the warehouse shipment. After physically picking the goods for the warehouse shipment, the information from the picklist, most of which has been noted down by hand in this case, is transferred to the warehouse shipment document. It now becomes clear which quantities and, if applicable, which batches or serial numbers were actually taken from which storage bins. Then the warehouse shipment document is recorded in the Microsoft Dynamics system and the lines of the sales order are updated. However, this is only if there are no more open items in the warehouse shipment document. Once the order lines have been successfully updated, a delivery note is created in MS Dynamics, and, if necessary, the sales invoice is generated.

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Conclusion
When posting via a warehouse shipment document, subsequent manual entries also need to be made after picking. There is also a delay in recording the actual movement of goods in the ERP system.

Registering the sales order via a warehouse shipment document and warehouse pick (two-step warehouse shipment)

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Another option is to combine a warehouse shipment document and warehouse pick. In this process, a warehouse shipment document is generated from an order picking document and this document is passed on to the pickers with all the information from MS Dynamics. Based on the picklist, the picker then carries out the warehouse pick for the warehouse shipment. Following the physical warehouse pick and warehouse shipment, the information about, among other things, the quantities actually withdrawn and the withdrawal storage bins is transferred to the warehouse pick document in NAV (formerly Navision) or Business Central and the picking is registered. The registration of the lines causes the lines in the warehouse shipment document to update, which can then also be recorded in MS Dynamics after it is fully processed.

Following the posting of the warehouse shipment, the warehouse stock is reduced according to the item postings, and the order lines in Dynamics 365 Business Central or NAV are updated to the actual quantity delivered and populated with new information. The process concludes with the generation of the sales delivery note and, if applicable, the invoice.

Conclusion
In addition to the administrative effort involved in printing out the lists, this method also results in a time lag between the physical provision of goods in the warehouse and their posting in MS Dynamics. Manually maintaining information about the quantities, serial numbers, storage bins, etc., as well as subsequent entry in MS Dynamics NAV/Business Central, means that there is a significant risk of things being incorrectly transferred over. In addition, employees must have sufficient knowledge of MS Dynamics to be able to correctly execute the process for posting via a warehouse shipment document and warehouse pick.

Simple picking in the warehouse with mobile data collection for MS Dynamics NAV and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Picking with the
L-mobile warehouse ready for MS Dynamics extension
Picking with digital picklists
Picklists guide the picker through the warehouse based on efficient process routes
Information is reported back to the ERP system in real time
“Warehouse Pick” is a standard module in the warehouse starter kit. The modular solution can be flexibly extended with additional functions.
No specific ERP knowledge required. The mobile warehouse app is intuitive and quick to learn.

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Microsoft Dynamics standard solution
Picking with printed lists
Warehouse personnel pick according to the picklist
Time lag between physical picking and posting in the ERP system
Microsoft’s “Warehouse Pick” function can be flexibly extended by partners/other solution providers
Depending on the processing method, a good knowledge of MS Dynamics is required in order to execute the process smoothly

Paperless order picking and goods dispatch with L-mobile warehouse ready for MS Dynamics

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Entry into paperless picking for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and NAV

There’s an easy way for you to get started with mobile data collection in your warehouse. The basic modules included in the starter kit map all process-related stock movements in a clear and mobile way. Along with goods receipt, stock transfer, and free location search, the basic modules in the starter kit also include picking and paperless inventory. And if that’s not enough, you can also expand your mobile data collection solution for NAV and Business Central flexibly with additional modules.

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Specifically for the Dynamics 365 Business Central & NAV inventory management systems

5 reasons to choose L-mobile and the L-mobile warehouse ready for MS Dynamics mobile data collection solution

1. MS Dynamics specialists
We offer far more than just a software solution. We specialize in MS Dynamics and can offer you advice on possible changes to the ERP system, customizations, full-scale implementation, and training for your team.
2. The ERP system as the central platform
We provide innovative digital solutions for optimizing and networking your warehouse, production, and service processes. Your ERP system, MS Dynamics, remains the principal system into which all data is fed back in real time.
3. Compatible with future versions
Are you planning to update your MS Dynamics system to a new version or even migrate to the cloud with Dynamics 365 Business Central? No problem—our mobile data collection solution is compatible with future versions as well as different operating systems.
4. Flexible expansion
Whether barcode, RFID, UWB, or Pick-by-Light or even linking the warehouse and production, our solution supports technological and modular expansion at any time. Highlight: with our comprehensive roadmap, we support you step by step on the journey to your digital factory.
5. Everything from a single source
Software development, IT system company, and project team all under one roof. We are your ideal partner for tailor-made software, associated hardware, close consultation on process optimization and solution selection, professional project assistance, and reliable support.

Practical insights: Mobile picking in combination with MS Dynamics

Paperless picking for NAV in use at one of our customers

End-to-end digital processes and distribution channels—that was the goal for falch GmbH. With the implementation of the mobile warehouse management solution for MS Dynamics NAV, the manufacturer of high-pressure water jetting equipment is completely eliminating paper-based processes.

Previously, warehouse employees worked with picking slips sorted by item number. This resulted in correspondingly long route times in day-to-day operations. By using L-mobile warehouse ready for MS Dynamics NAV, falch GmbH has succeeded in significantly reducing route times and minimizing the error rate. In addition to paperless picking, the mobile software solution has ultimately made it possible to optimize putaway, stock transfer, stock query, inventory, and all aspects of production logistics. Instant feedback to the MS Dynamics NAV ERP system provides the basis for fast and reliable processes.

Multi-order picking in use at one of our customers

Make your picking processes more efficient with multi-order picking

Do you have many orders, but little time to process them? There is a simple solution to this problem: With the “Multi-Order Picking” function in the L-mobile warehouse mobile warehouse management solution, multiple orders can be picked at the same time—flexibly and based on efficient routes.

Ortlieb Sportartikel GmbH also recognized the advantages of multi-order picking. By switching to multi-order picking in combination with the ERP system, up to eight orders can now be combined and picked at the same time. For this purpose, the orders are color-coded in the picklist of the mobile scanner solution. The picked items are assigned to the respective order using appropriately colored containers on the picking trolley. After paperless picking, the items are packed and shipment is processed with L-mobile warehouse. With just one scan, the delivery note and invoice are created, the withdrawal posting is processed, and the shipping label is printed. The result for Ortlieb GmbH? Since implementing multi-order picking, process routes for employees and the time it takes to train temporary staff have been significantly reduced. This simplifies the picking process and saves valuable time.

Picking technologies for digital picking with NAV and Business Central

Pick-by-Light

Pick by Light is a paperless picking method that uses light signals at the storage bin to visually indicate the items to be picked. Microsoft Dynamics “Warehouse Pick” with Pick by Light technology is always useful when your warehouse personnel need to have their hands free while picking. After the items have been picked, feedback is sent directly to your Dynamics 365 Business Central or MS Dynamics NAV system in real time.

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Material flow

Electronic labels (E-Labels) are digital labels that can be freely configured and used for various purposes. E-Labels can support the picking process, for example, as electronic accompanying documents to ensure that the latest order-specific information is always available. An integrated “Pick by Light” module also supports paperless picking with the aid of visual signals.

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Advantages of L-mobile warehouse ready for MS Dynamics Warehouse Pick

Elimination of printed lists in order picking and goods issue

Information is available seamlessly and in real time

Real-time feedback on quantities actually delivered, storage bin code, and any serial numbers or batches in MS Dynamics

Order picking based on efficient routes

No need for manual entry

Consistent prevention of incorrect deliveries

References for the mobile warehouse management solution for MS Dynamics NAV & Dynamics 365 Business Central

L-mobile digital warehouse management MS Dynamics case study falch GmbH

L-mobile digital warehouse management MS Dynamics case study Molkereigenossenschaft Hohenlohe-Franken eG

L-mobile reference digital warehouse management warehouse ready for MS Dynamics Birkenmeier Stein+Design GmbH

MS Dynamics basic module and all extension modules at a glance

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