Process
Warehouse receiving process
Receiving automation scans inbound cartons or pallets against purchase orders so mismatches surface at the dock, not at month-end. Origami Tech Kenya configures handheld workflows, labels, and ERP posts for East Africa warehouses.
Key takeaways
- Scan against PO lines before put-away
- Capture over/short/damage with reason codes
- Print put-away labels when locations change
- Train dock teams on exception ownership
Standard receiving flow
- Identify ASN or PO on device
- Scan carton/pallet IDs
- Confirm quantities and lots
- Post to ERP and print location labels
- Queue put-away tasks
Frequently asked questions
What if suppliers do not barcode cartons?
Print receiving labels at the dock and apply before put-away. Many East Africa sites start here.