System and method for configuring workstations
US8805574B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 24, 2011 |
| Grant date | Aug 12, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 8, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G1/1373
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for managing an inventory system includes receiving an operation request that identifies an inventory item and selecting, from a plurality of workstations, a workstation at which to fulfill the operation request. The method also includes moving an inventory holder storing the identified inventory item to the selected workstation and moving a supply holder storing a supply item associated with the received operation request to the selected workstation. The method additionally includes fulfilling the operation request, at least in part, at the workstation.
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