10/09/2026
Fulfillment Glossary: Issue #2
In the first issue, we covered the basics — this time, we’re moving on to terms that rarely get explained in plain language, but that directly affect how fast and how cheaply orders get processed 👇
Slotting — arranging products across the warehouse so that the fastest-moving items sit closest to the packing area. Slotting has a direct impact on how quickly orders get picked.
Wave picking — picking a batch of orders together on a set schedule or by a shared criterion, instead of one at a time. This speeds up processing during high-demand periods.
Kitting — combining several individual products into a single bundle before it ships to the customer, such as a gift set made up of different SKUs.
Cycle count — regular, small-batch spot-checks of inventory, instead of one large stocktake once a year. This helps catch discrepancies faster.
These terms come up less often in everyday conversation, but they’re exactly what determines how fast — and how accurately — a warehouse handles orders.
💬 Which terms should we cover next? Let us know in the comments.
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