PackPilot

Description

PackPilot brings a structured warehouse workflow directly into WooCommerce.

Instead of managing orders from a list, your team works with a clear process: pick, scan, pack, done.

The plugin focuses on real-world fulfillment tasks and guides users step-by-step through the packing process.

Core Features

• Dedicated packing table for scanning and completing orders
• Status-based order intake from WooCommerce
• Stock reservations per order
• Picklist workflow for efficient multi-order picking
• Delivery note / pick ticket workflow with PDF generation
• Article data management (SKU, EAN, locations, batches, expiry dates)
• Picking event tracking for scanned items

Workflow Focus

PackPilot is built for operational use.

• One screen per task
• Clear instructions for workers
• Minimal UI complexity
• No unnecessary configuration overhead

The goal is simple: reduce errors and speed up fulfillment.

Advanced Features

The following features are available in an extended version of PackPilot.

Multiple Storage Locations (Multi-Storage)

PackPilot extends WooCommerce stock handling by introducing real physical storage locations.

Instead of managing a single stock value per product, inventory can be distributed across multiple locations:

• Aisle A → Rack 01 → Bin 01 → 3 units
• Aisle B → Rack 07 → Bin 02 → 5 units
• Cold Storage → Box 2 → 2 units

Key features:

• Define structured storage locations (Aisle / Rack / Bin)
• Assign stock quantities to specific locations
• Maintain full WooCommerce compatibility (total stock is still synced)
• Optimized picking routes based on location

This removes guesswork and ensures that workers always know where to pick items.

Expiry Dates (MHD) & Batch / Lot Tracking

PackPilot allows you to track inventory on a per-unit level, including:

• Expiry date (MHD)
• Batch / Lot number

Example:

• 5 units → Expiry: 2026-05-01 → Batch: CH123
• 5 units → Expiry: 2026-05-10 → Batch: CH124

WooCommerce sees: 10 units
PackPilot sees: 2 distinct inventory groups

Key features:

• Optional expiry date tracking per stock unit
• Optional batch / lot tracking
• Multiple batches per location supported
• Full traceability during packing

Combined Inventory Logic (Location + Batch + Expiry)

PackPilot internally manages stock as a combination of:

• Storage location
• Expiry date
• Batch / lot number

Example structure:

• Location: A-01 | Expiry Date: 2026-05-01 | Batch: CH123 | Quantity: 3 units
• Location: A-01 | Expiry Date: 2026-05-10 | Batch: CH124 | Quantity: 2 units
• Location: B-07 | Expiry Date: 2026-05-01 | Batch: CH123 | Quantity: 2 units
• Location: COLD-02 | Expiry Date: 2026-05-15 | Batch: CH125 | Quantity: 3 units

Smart Picking & Packing Workflow

During picking and packing, PackPilot automatically determines:

1. Which items to pick (by expiry date – FIFO / FEFO)
2. Where to pick them (optimized walking path)

Workers are guided step-by-step:

Pick 2 units from A-01 (Batch CH123)

Benefits:

• No manual decision making required
• Reduced picking errors
• Faster workflows
• Clean and structured packing process

Why this matters

WooCommerce tracks quantities.
PackPilot tracks what actually happens in your warehouse.

• Know exactly where your products are
• Know exactly which batch was shipped
• Always pick the right items in the right order

Built for simplicity

• No complex ERP system required
• No unnecessary features
• Focused on real workflows

PackPilot adds advanced inventory logic while staying lightweight and easy to use.