The term I-point means an information or identification point and generally means a place in the goods receiving area of a warehouse where goods are received and are assigned their respective storage locations.
Brief description
In a general sense, an information point is a computer-controlled workplace in the storage area. In this place, information from packages or pallets of incoming and outgoing goods is combined with information from the warehouse management system. In addition, measurement, quantity and quality control take place in this area. Through the enhanced use of automatic identification systems, this workplace is characterized by increased automation.