What Is Pick and Pack Fulfilment?
Pick and pack is the core operational process within any fulfilment centre. It involves selecting the correct items from warehouse storage locations (picking) and preparing them for shipment in appropriate packaging (packing). At The Fulfilment Centre, our pick and pack operations are optimised for speed and accuracy using barcode scanning technology and systematic picking routes.
Every order that passes through our pick and pack process is verified at multiple checkpoints. Items are scanned when picked from their storage location, verified during the packing stage and confirmed at dispatch. This multi-stage verification process ensures that order accuracy rates remain consistently above 99.5%, minimising returns caused by incorrect shipments.
Our pick and pack fulfilment service adapts to the unique requirements of each client. Whether you need simple single-item picks or complex multi-SKU orders with specific packing instructions, gift wrapping or branded presentation, our trained team delivers consistent quality. We handle everything from small parcel fulfillment through to pallet-scale B2B orders.
Our Pick and Pack Process
Order Allocation
Orders are received from your sales channels and automatically allocated to our picking queue with optimised pick routes for maximum efficiency.
Barcode Picking
Operatives pick items using handheld scanners that verify each product against the order. Wrong items are flagged immediately, preventing errors.
Quality Packing
Items are packed with appropriate void fill, bubble wrap or tissue paper. Branded packaging materials are applied according to your specifications.
Label & Dispatch
Shipping labels are generated automatically and applied to each package. Orders are sorted by carrier for efficient collection and dispatch.
Why Our Pick and Pack Service Excels
99.5%+ Accuracy
Barcode verification at every stage ensures the right products reach the right customers with minimal error rates.
Same-Day Processing
Orders received before our daily cut-off are picked, packed and dispatched the same business day.
Custom Packaging
Branded boxes, tissue paper, stickers, inserts and seasonal packaging options tailored to your brand.
Kitting & Assembly
Multi-component products, gift sets and subscription boxes assembled accurately within our pick and pack workflow.
Batch Processing
High-volume promotional campaigns and flash sales handled efficiently with dedicated batch processing capacity.
Quality Checks
Visual inspection during packing catches damaged or defective items before they reach your customer.
Industries Benefiting from Pick and Pack
Ecommerce
Individual consumer orders picked, packed and dispatched rapidly for online retailers.
Explore ecommerce fulfilment detailsSubscription Services
Monthly subscription boxes assembled and dispatched on schedule with consistent presentation.
B2B Wholesale
Trade orders picked and packed to retailer specifications including barcoding and compliance labelling.
Explore b2b wholesale fulfilment detailsPromotional Campaigns
Marketing materials, sample packs and promotional kits assembled and dispatched to target lists.
Fragile Goods
Specialist packing for fragile products including glassware, ceramics and electronics using protective materials.
Pick and Pack FAQs
Every fulfilment operation is different. We provide tailored quotations based on your stock profile, order volume and distribution model.