Barcode scan-and-display labels speed up fulfillment by combining a scannable code with critical product or location info directly on the label.
This eliminates the need to toggle between screens, check SKU sheets, or second-guess order details. Your team can scan fast and verify instantly.
How to Use Scan-and-Display Labels to Pick, Pack, and Ship Faster
Label Smarter: What to Include on Each Label
To make every scan count, include both machine-readable and human-readable information:
- Barcode (Code 128, Code 39, or QR)
- Product name or SKU
- Variant info (color, size, etc.)
- Bin or location ID
- Optional: order ID or branding if needed
This gives pickers a quick scan path and packers a readable verification—no extra lookup.
Picking: Cut Lookup Time by 50%
Instead of stopping to read a product description or dig through SKU codes, pickers can:
- Scan the barcode to pull up real-time inventory data
- Read the label to confirm variant, quantity, and location
- Grab and go to the next item
This is especially effective when:
- Products look similar (like T-shirt sizes or bottle flavors)
- You’re onboarding seasonal workers
- You’re scaling up for a peak season
Packing: Reduce Mispacks and Return Rates
At the packing station, readable product info on the label gives a final fail-safe:
- Confirm item without opening packaging
- Catch last-minute SKU mismatches
- Speed up QC without manual lookup
This means fewer wrong shipments, faster boxing, and lower return costs.
Multi-Item Orders: Eliminate Size and Variant Confusion
Scan-and-display labels make it easier to sort and verify:
- Multiple sizes of the same product
- Color or style variants
- Bundled or kitted orders
Each item is clearly marked and scannable, minimizing confusion even when items are visually similar.
Shipping: Smooth Integration with Scan-to-Ship Systems
These labels work with most WMS and shipping software. Whether you’re using handheld scanners, mobile apps, or stationary scan-to-print setups, these labels keep workflows moving:
- Instantly trigger shipping label printing
- Log inventory and shipment status
- Sync with order data for real-time tracking
