Roundup Fulfillment & Operations 15 Bottom-Line-Boosting

10. Streamline the packing process. If your DC staff isn't doing pick to box, can your system determine the appropriate box size for the packers? Is the pack station clean and ergonomically safe? Is the appropriate dunnage inserted into each box? Where is the pack-verify process performed? These are just a few of the questions to answer when analyzing your pack area. Remember, presentation to the customer is as important as quickly getting the shipment out the door. (FYI: Average packing rates are 35 to 40 per hour.)