Walmart. has filed a patent for a rush order fulfillment optimization system. The system utilizes mobile devices associated with workers and a computing system to dynamically update task queues based on task completion rates. The system aims to efficiently assign tasks to workers based on order requirements and worker availability. GlobalData’s report on Walmart gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Rush order fulfillment optimization system for retail facility
The patent application (Publication Number: US20240037500A1) describes an order fulfillment optimization system designed to streamline the process of fulfilling orders in a retail facility. The system includes a computing device connected to databases storing order information and worker details. An innovative fulfillment engine calculates the estimated completion time for an order based on the tasks required for each item in the order. It then analyzes the availability of workers to determine if the order can be completed within a set threshold time. If feasible, the system assigns item tasks to workers for efficient order processing.
Additionally, the system incorporates a smart container with machine-readable scanners that provide task completion indications to the fulfillment engine. Workers' locations are monitored through mobile devices, and a mobile application assists in task management and communication. The system ensures efficient order processing by considering item task requirements, worker availability, and task completion times. It also rejects orders that cannot be completed within the specified time frame. Overall, the patent application outlines a comprehensive computer-implemented method for optimizing order fulfillment processes in retail facilities, enhancing productivity and efficiency in managing orders and tasks.
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