How Warehouse Products and Lift Trucks Influence Order Picking Efficiency

Improving order picking efficiency is essential for any warehouse or distribution operation, yet many businesses overlook one major contributor to productivity: the lift trucks and warehouse products used in the picking process. The type of order picker, walkie, or lift truck—along with the overall equipment mix—can significantly affect accuracy, throughput, and labor efficiency.

Selecting the right order picking equipment and material handling solutions can streamline workflow, reduce travel time, and help operators pick more efficiently with fewer errors. As customer expectations for speed and accuracy continue to rise, optimizing your fleet and picking methods has never been more important.

Below, download the Order Picking Trends white paper to explore how the right lift trucks and warehouse equipment can elevate your operation.

What You’ll Learn in the Order Picking Trends White Paper

1. How Order Picking Practices Affect Warehouse Performance

Order picking represents one of the most labor‑intensive and costly warehouse functions. Inefficient picking can lead to increased labor hours, bottlenecks, and reduced accuracy—directly impacting customer satisfaction and operational costs.

2. The Connection Between Warehouse Operating Costs and Picking Methods

Since order picking influences labor, travel time, and equipment usage, it plays a major role in overall operational spend. Understanding this relationship helps warehouse managers identify where improvements can deliver the greatest ROI.

3. Using Warehouse Products and Lift Truck Equipment to Drive Productivity

Choosing the right mix of order pickers, pallet trucks, walkies, and lift trucks can dramatically improve operator speed and reduce wasted movement. Modern equipment options offer better ergonomics, enhanced visibility, and advanced technology designed to streamline picking.

4. Best Practices for High‑Productivity Order Picking

Discover proven strategies for improving pick accuracy and speed, including optimized pick paths, slotting techniques, and equipment configurations that support faster fulfillment.

5. Advances in Forklift and Order Picking Technology

New tech features—such as telematics, fleet management systems, enhanced operator assistance tools, and energy‑efficient power systems—are reshaping how facilities approach every step of the picking process.