What is kitting in warehouse?

Kitting in a warehouse is a process of preparing kits or bundles of products that will be used for a specific purpose. Kitting involves the grouping of products into unique selling units that can be easily assembled or picked and packed as a single unit.

In a warehouse, kitting is typically used to simplify the picking process and to reduce the time and expense of packing individual components for an order. Furthermore, kitting can help improve order accuracy and increase the efficiency of the inventory management system because the grouped products have a dedicated stock keeping unit (SKU).

The kitting process in a warehouse typically involves receiving the individual components, grouping them based on specific criteria (such as packaging type, product type, sales region, or kit size), and then assembling them into the final kit package.

Effective kitting operations require thorough planning and coordination, careful management of inventory levels, and accurate tracking of materials and documentation throughout the process. Depending on the size and complexity of the warehouse, kitting may be automated or handled manually by warehouse personnel.