Flexible Warehouse Picking Options with Octava WMS
Batch, Wave, Order & Tote Picking for Any Warehouse
Efficient Picking Workflows for Merchants, Online Shops, and 3PLs
Picking with Octava WMS
What you get
Octava WMS is a modern, flexible warehouse management system designed for e-commerce merchants, online shops, fulfillment centers, and 3PL providers. Whether you run a small storage room or a large multi-zone facility, Octava gives you the tools to pick faster, reduce errors, and streamline your daily operations. With support for Batch Picking, Wave Picking, Order Picking, and Tote Picking, Octava adapts to your workflow—not the other way around.
Efficient Picking Workflows
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Order Picking
Complete one order at a time with minimal complexity. Simple, clear, and easy for any team.
02.
Batch Picking
Pick identical SKUs across multiple orders in one run. Fast and efficient for repetitive SKUs.
03.
Wave Picking
Release groups of orders based on priority or cut-off times. Structured fulfillment and on-time dispatch.
04.
Tote Picking
Pick into assigned totes for multi-order processing. Multi-order sorting with high accuracy.
All-in-one warehouse and inventory management software
Octava WMS Picking Features
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Multiple Picking Methods Supported
Choose the workflow that matches your warehouse strategy:
- Batch Picking
- Wave Picking
- Order Picking
- Tote/Container Picking
- Zone Picking – split picking between different warehouse zones
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Optimized Pick Paths
Octava calculates the most efficient route through the warehouse to minimize travel time and reduce picker fatigue.
- Smart sequencing
- Aisle-aware and zone-aware routing
- Reduced backtracking and unnecessary steps
03.
Real-Time Barcode Validation
Every pick can be validated using barcode scanning:
- Ensures 100% SKU accuracy
- Prevents wrong-item errors
- Supports GS1, EAN, UPC, QR, and internal barcodes
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Mobile-Friendly, Easy-to-Use Interface
The mobile UI is designed for speed and clarity:
- Large buttons
- High-contrast design
- Error-proof scanning
- Minimal training for new staff
Great for warehouses with seasonal workers or frequent onboarding.
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Supports Any Warehouse Layout
Octava is designed for different environments:
- Small backrooms and micro-fulfillment
- E-commerce warehouses
- Multi-client 3PLs
- Complex multi-zone layouts
- High-velocity and low-velocity items
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Priority, SLA, and Cut-Off-Based Picking
Picking tasks can be automatically sorted by:
- Delivery deadline
- Service level
- Order value
- Customer priority
- Carrier pickup schedule
This ensures that urgent orders are always shipped on time.
Analytics & Picking Control
Supervisor Tools & Dashboards
Managers get full control and visibility:
- Track picker performance
- Monitor wave progress
- Review errors and exceptions
- Reassign tasks dynamically
- Understand bottlenecks at a glance
Octava WMS Picking Capabilities
01.
Replenishment-Aware Picking
Octava checks storage levels before starting a pick:
- Prevents pickers from walking to empty locations
- Automatically flags items that need replenishment
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Paperless, Scan-to-Pick Workflows
Complete digital workflow, no printed pick lists required:
- Scan to start
- Scan to pick
- Scan to confirm
- Audit trails for every action
03.
Real-Time Inventory Updates
Every pick updates inventory instantly:
- Accurate stock levels
- No delays or manual sync
- Prevents overselling and stockouts
Ideal for merchants connected to Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon, and other channels.
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Multi-Order & Multi-Tote Handling
Octava picking supports parallel order processing:
- Assign multiple orders to one picker
- Use colored, labeled, or barcode-coded totes
- Automatic validation to ensure each item goes to the right tote
Perfect for high-mix picking environments.
Analytics & Picking Management
Intelligent Wave Management
For warehouses using wave workflows:
- Auto-generation of waves based on rules
- Manual override for supervisors
- Wave monitoring dashboard
- Real-time progress view of pickers
Boost Your Picking Efficiency With Octava
Improve fulfillment speed, reduce picking errors, and create a smoother workflow for your team. Octava delivers real warehouse results for online shops, merchants, and 3PL providers.
Picking list
Octava lets your team work with a streamlined, accurate picking list that adapts to your workflow. You can print a traditional picking list for offline use or manage everything directly within the order view for real-time updates. Each list is automatically sorted by location, SKU, or priority, helping pickers move through the warehouse efficiently while ensuring every item is captured correctly.
Mobile device picking
With Octava’s mobile picking, staff can pick orders using any smartphone or scanner-enabled device, eliminating paper and reducing errors. The interface guides the picker step-by-step, validates each item via barcode scanning, and updates inventory instantly. This creates a faster, more accurate, and fully digital picking process that works seamlessly across warehouses of all sizes.
Efficient Picking Workflows for Merchants, Online Shops, and 3PLs
Every warehouse operates differently. That’s why Octava includes multiple picking strategies so you can optimize fulfillment based on your order volume, product catalog, and warehouse layout.
Order Picking – Simple, Clear, and Easy for Any Team
Order Picking focuses on completing one order at a time—ideal for small warehouses and merchants with a diverse product range.
Best for:
- New or growing e-commerce stores
- Low-repetition SKU catalogs
- Priority or same-day orders
Benefits:
- Extremely easy to implement
- Minimal training
- Reduced confusion—one picker, one order
- High accuracy without complexity
Batch Picking – Fast and Efficient for Repetitive SKUs
Batch Picking allows you to pick identical items for multiple orders in one run, reducing walking time and increasing throughput.
Best for:
- Online shops with popular repeating products
- Merchants processing many small orders
- Warehouses looking to speed up item collection
Benefits:
- Shorter pick routes
- Higher efficiency with fewer steps
- Easy to train new staff
- Perfect for fast-moving consumer goods
Wave Picking – Structured Fulfillment and On-Time Dispatch
Wave Picking organizes orders into time-based or priority-based waves. This provides predictable timing and optimal workload distribution across the team.
Best for:
- Stores shipping based on daily cutoffs
- 3PLs managing multiple clients
- Warehouses using several carriers
Benefits:
- On-time shipping every day
- Smooth coordination between picking, packing, and dispatch
- Scalable during seasonal peaks
- Ideal for facilities needing process control
Tote Picking – Multi-Order Sorting With High Accuracy
Tote Picking assigns each order or group of orders to individual totes. Pickers scan items directly into the correct tote, ensuring clear sorting and cleaner packing workflows.
Best for:
- Multi-item orders
- Medium to large e-commerce operations
- Warehouses with multiple packing stations
Benefits:
- Reduces packing mistakes
- Works well with parallel teams
- Smooth sorting during busy periods
- Balanced between batch and order picking