In outbound pick (visual description), what indicates the location of the product?

• A. A handwritten note from a supervisor.
• B. A color-coded label on bin handles.
• C. A screen showing the product and lights indicating location on the bins.
• D. A verbal cue from a teammate.

Answer: (C)

In outbound pick, the location of the product is guided by a light-directed system paired with a display that shows the item and quantity. The screen provides the exact product details, while lights on the bins illuminate the precise bin containing the item, directing you to the correct location. This combination keeps picking fast and accurate in a busy warehouse, reducing errors and the need to interpret notes or rely on verbal reminders.

Handwritten supervisor notes are static and easy to miss or become outdated. A color-coded label on bin handles helps with quick visual grouping but doesn’t pinpoint the exact item or adapt to real-time changes. A verbal cue from a teammate is helpful in the moment but unreliable in noisy, busy environments and can lead to mistakes.