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It all starts with your incoming goods.

Goods-in is the cornerstone of your warehouse logistics. With the right foundation, you can confidently overcome challenges in goods -in and improve everyday warehouse operations long term. But how does one build this foundation, how can it be expanded in a targeted manner as the business grows, and what hurdles need to be overcome in the process?

Lay the groundwork for transparency and growth with the right tools.

Step by Step: How a Digital Goods-In Works

An efficient goods-in process thrives on clear procedures and a solid data base. Intelligent digitalization measures help you capture master data without errors and build a foundation that grows with your requirements - so you can maintain a constant overview and create a stable basis for sustainable growth. Now, what does this look like in practice?

1. Goods Receipt

Incoming goods are unloaded and brought directly to the registration station. Item numbers, barcodes, or batch information can be transferred to the system manually or automatically.

1. Goods Receipt

Incoming goods are unloaded and brought directly to the registration station. Item numbers, barcodes, or batch information can be transferred to the system manually or automatically.

2. Master Data Capture

After physically registering the items, all relevant master data is digitally added and verified with tools like the MultiScan. Dimensions, weight and important article attributes are recorded at the touch of a button or with a scan. Additional information such as packaging units or product images can be added easily. This creates a clean, complete database for further processes without any manual intermediate steps.

2. Master Data Capture

After physically registering the items, all relevant master data is digitally added and verified with tools like the MultiScan. Dimensions, weight and important article attributes are recorded at the touch of a button or with a scan. Additional information such as packaging units or product images can be added easily. This creates a clean, complete database for further processes without any manual intermediate steps.

3. Quality Check

Deviations, damage, or missing data are immediately visible thanks to digital checklists and photos. Goods can be blocked directly on site or marked for review.

3. Quality Check

Deviations, damage, or missing data are immediately visible thanks to digital checklists and photos. Goods can be blocked directly on site or marked for review.

4. Goods Receipt

Once the inspection is complete, accepted goods are added to the inventory and prepared for storage. All relevant information is documented so that goods can reach their next destination in the warehouse quickly and safely.

4. Goods Receipt

Once the inspection is complete, accepted goods are added to the inventory and prepared for storage. All relevant information is documented so that goods can reach their next destination in the warehouse quickly and safely.

Typical Challenges in Goods-In – and How You Can Master Them

From small warehouses to large logistics facilities, everyone encounters certain obstacles in goods -in. So, we have pooled all of our expert knowledge to help you find the right answer to each of your questions. You will find specific solutions at a glance – understandable, implementable, and step by step.

Whether you are a start-up or an experienced medium-sized company, every business faces certain questions: How can deliveries be processed efficiently and transparently? How can we ensure that all information is recorded reliably and up to date? And how do we proceed when discrepancies arise between orders and deliveries?

The foundation for transparent, up-to-date inventory data is the central and standardized entry of all relevant item information, such as dimensions, weights, and packaging units. With digital data capture systems, this data is documented automatically, error-free, and is always accessible. This creates a reliable data base that you can use for all downstream warehouse processes and for optimizing your flow of goods. Regular updates and clear processes ensure that inventory levels always remain current and traceable.
Errors often occur when item dimensions and weights are not checked regularly, or when suppliers make changes that are not updated in the system. Different measurement methods or imprecise work practices also lead to inconsistent data. Products like the MultiScan help prevent these errors by standardizing and automating the capture process.
If changes to item dimensions or weights are not digitally recorded in time, avoidable problems can quickly arise throughout the entire warehouse and supply chain. Outdated or incorrect master data leads to the use of wrong dimensions for processes like order picking, packaging, shipping, or freight calculation. This can result in unnecessary costs, bottlenecks, planning errors, and, in the worst case, customer complaints. Automated processes, such as storage location allocation or shipping label creation, will also run with incorrect values, creating further sources of error.
The right time to start with digital data capture is always now. The sooner you start, the faster you will benefit from greater transparency and efficiency. It is especially worthwhile for frequently used master data like dimensions, weights, or storage locations, as this is where many small errors with a big impact tend to accumulate. The best first step is to systematically capture and digitally maintain the most important article and warehouse data – ideally with a solution that is easy to integrate and can be expanded step by step. This ensures the master data is available as soon as you want to tackle further automation projects.