{"id":242830,"date":"2025-09-11T19:31:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T19:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/?p=242830"},"modified":"2026-03-31T08:54:59","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T08:54:59","slug":"5-tips-for-ecommerce-peak-season-prep","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/en-us\/blog\/5-tips-for-ecommerce-peak-season-prep\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips for Ecommerce Peak Season Prep from UK Fashion Brand Hype"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=\u201d1\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 background_size=\u201dinitial\u201d background_position=\u201dtop_left\u201d background_repeat=\u201drepeat\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][et_pb_column type=\u201d4_4\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.16\u2033 custom_padding=\u201d|||\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d custom_padding__hover=\u201d|||\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][et_pb_heading title=\u201dKey takeaways\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d title_level=\u201dh2\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ecommerce peak season prep should include: creating a\u00a0dedicated area\u00a0for outbound packages,\u00a0pairing workers\u00a0for pack and ship teams, implementing a\u00a0dynamic storage\u00a0system, installing monitors to\u00a0display key performance indicators (KPIs), and\u00a0adding breaks\u00a0to long pick faces.<\/li>\n<li>The UK-based fashion brand Hype has successfully used these strategies with the <a href=\"https:\/\/peoplevox.com\/\">Descartes Peoplevox<\/a> warehouse management system (WMS) to\u00a0process\u00a03,000+ orders daily\u00a0during peak seasons.<\/li>\n<li>No matter what time of year your peak season occurs,\u00a0start planning and optimising your warehouse\u00a0several months in advance. Put these tips to work right away.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<p>In the summer months, countless fashion brands around the world are gearing up for a hectic ecommerce peak season. With Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Christmas chaos around the corner, it\u2019s time to fine-tune your plans.<\/p>\n<p>However, for fashion brand<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/uk.justhype.com\/\">Hype<\/a>, our long-term customer based in Leicester, UK, peak always starts during \u2018Back to School\u2019 season. That means they were already pumping out 3,000+ orders a day when we dropped in to tour their exemplary warehouse.<\/p>\n<p>Hype generously shared some expert insights about how to handle peak order volumes. Here\u2019s what we learned.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Peak_Season_Warehouse_Guide_Banner.webp\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d alt=\u201dA banner with text that says \u2018With tested tips from UK fashion brand Hype\u2019. It features a collage of images from the Hype warehouse.\u201d title_text=\u201dPeak_Season_Warehouse_Guide_Banner\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_heading title=\u201d5 Ecommerce peak season warehouse tips:\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d title_level=\u201dh2\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<p>As a brand that has grown remarkably over the past decade, Hype successfully navigated the pains of scaling warehouse operations. Now a household name in the UK and worldwide, they manage peak order fulfilment like seasoned pros. Here are the tips they shared:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#shippedorders\">Stage a dedicated area for \u2018shipped\u2019 orders<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Workinpairs\">Work in pairs to double your packing speed<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#dynamicstorage\">Use dynamic storage to make best use of your locations<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#displayscreens\">Get display screens to track your progress<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#pickfaceaisles\">Leave breaks in your pick face aisles<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201d1. Stage a dedicated area for \u2018shipped\u2019 orders\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d title_level=\u201dh2\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 module_id=\u201dshippedorders\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/dispatching-ecommerce-orders.webp\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d alt=\u201dAn image from the Hype warehouse showing multiple orders stacked in trolleys.\u201d title_text=\u201ddispatching-ecommerce-orders\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 align=\u201dcenter\u201d][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<p>Hype created a dedicated staging area for outgoing orders. Workers keep a number of these high-volume wheeled trolleys on hand to store their \u2018dispatched\u2019 or \u2018shipped\u2019 orders. When the courier arrives for pickup, they are taken straight over to the van for loading.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201dProblems solved:\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d title_level=\u201dh3\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Inefficiency<\/strong>: Workers always know where things are and don\u2019t waste time or effort.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clutter<\/strong>: Packaged orders no longer clutter work surfaces around the shipping station.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lost packages<\/strong>: All packages stay organised instead of sitting in precarious piles.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shipping delays<\/strong>: Shipments are ready to load when the courier arrives for pickup.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201d2. Work in pairs to double your packing speed\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d title_level=\u201dh2\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 module_id=\u201dWorkinpairs\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ecommerce-shipping-process-wms-1024\u00d7468-1.webp\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d alt=\u201dUK fashion brand Hype\u2019s warehouse employees scan orders at the shipping station pack bench.\u201d title_text=\u201decommerce-shipping-process-wms-1024\u00d7468-1\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<p>During ecommerce peak season, Hype puts warehouse team members in pack-ship pairs to process orders faster. In the image above:<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201dWorker 1 (on the right side):\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d title_level=\u201dh3\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Uses the<span>\u00a0<\/span>Descartes Peoplevox WMS<span>\u00a0<\/span>on a desktop computer to dispatch orders.<\/li>\n<li>Scans each of the items included in one order.<\/li>\n<li>Generates the shipping label via the<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/integration\/metapack\/\">Metapack integration<\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span>and prints it.<\/li>\n<li>Passes the items and shipping label to her colleague on the left.<\/li>\n<li>Starts the next order.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201dWorker 2 (on the left side):\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d title_level=\u201dh3\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Packs the items into a Hype mailer parcel.<\/li>\n<li>Affixes the shipping label.<\/li>\n<li>Moves the parcel to the \u2018outgoing shipments\u2019 trolley.<\/li>\n<li>Starts the next order.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201dWhat is the fastest way to pack and ship an order?\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d title_level=\u201dh3\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<p>The fastest way to pack and ship an ecommerce order is to split workflows for dispatch\/label generation and pack order\/affix label across two people. This allows both team members to work in a faster rhythm and double your \u2018orders dispatched\u2019 rate without needing more users on the warehouse management system.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Learn more about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/blog\/picking-packing-best-practices\/\">picking and packing best practices<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201d3. Use dynamic storage to make the best use of your locations\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d title_level=\u201dh2\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 module_id=\u201ddynamicstorage\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/dynamic-storage-ecommerce-1024\u00d7458-1.webp\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d alt=\u201dA warehouse bin with mixed SKUs using dynamic storage for visual distinction.\u201d title_text=\u201ddynamic-storage-ecommerce-1024\u00d7458-1\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<p>Hype uses dynamic storage to keep a mixed range of popular SKUs in a single, easily pickable location. It\u2019s a<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/blogs\/how-amazon-layout-their-warehouses\">warehouse strategy Amazon leaders have been using for years<\/a><span>, <\/span>and it lives up to the hype. (See what we did there?) They place the fastest-moving SKUs near the pack and ship station to reduce walking time.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201dWhat is dynamic storage in a warehouse?\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d title_level=\u201dh3\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<p>Dynamic storage, also known as chaotic storage, is a barcode-based warehouse storage system that allows multiple SKUs to be stored in the same pick location, such as a bin or pick face.<br><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>How it works:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Assign and affix a unique, scannable barcode to each bin and a unique SKU to each product or bundle.<\/li>\n<li>Implement a<span> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/peoplevox.com\/\">WMS<\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span>with<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/blog\/warehouse-barcoding-a-how-to-guide\/\">barcode scanning<\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span>hardware, such as Android mobile devices.<\/li>\n<li>During<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=tH6ei7UTXHo\">inventory putaway,<\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span>workers scan the SKU and bin barcode to record the location of each item. It\u2019s okay to mix SKUs in a single location.<\/li>\n<li>During<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ORxxnoVsAwk\">order picking<\/a>, the WMS retrieves the stored information and guides the picker to the correct location.<\/li>\n<li>The picker retrieves the item, scans it, and scans the bin barcode to log the pick activity. This updates the SKU count for that location in the WMS.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201dWhat are the benefits of dynamic storage?\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d title_level=\u201dh3\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Storage optimisation<\/strong>: Dynamic storage allows workers to store more items in existing warehouse space by storing mixed SKUs in each location.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flexible pick locations<\/strong>: Move popular SKUs closer to the pack stations according to sales trends and promotional events; support faster fulfilment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Faster inventory putaway<\/strong>: Put items wherever they fit instead of searching for a static storage location.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reduce human errors<\/strong>: Prevent mis-picks with barcode scanning and built-in pick validation that flags errors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Learn more about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/blog\/how-to-get-more-out-of-your-existing-warehouse-space\/\">dynamic storage<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201d4. Get display screens to track your progress\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 title_level=\u201dh2\u2033 module_id=\u201ddisplayscreens\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/warehouse-productivity-dashboard.webp\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d alt=\u201dAn image showing two warehouse workers working together to get orders processed.\u201d title_text=\u201dwarehouse-productivity-dashboard\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<p>Hype places display screens in prominent locations to share warehouse KPIs. Everyone can see Hype\u2019s peak season customer experience journey, order by order. It helps management see how things are progressing at a productivity level and incentivises the pick, pack, and ship team members to compete against each other in a positive working environment.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201dWhich warehouse KPIs does Hype display?\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d title_level=\u201dh3\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<p>Hype displays warehouse KPIs from their<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=MicrkrvyKnY\">Descartes Peoplevox WMS dashboards<\/a>. Key metrics include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Number of orders dispatched for the day<\/strong>. Builds team morale, fosters healthy competition, and shows progress toward daily goals.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Number of items to pick to meet delivery timelines<\/strong>. Keeps the team focused on results, identifies bottlenecks, and helps managers allocate resources.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Number of Amazon orders still needing to be dispatched<\/strong>. A crucial metric to maintain their excellent reputation as an Amazon Seller-Fulfilled Prime (SFP) vendor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201dWhat other warehouse KPIs matter for peak season?\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d title_level=\u201dh3\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<p>Depending on your team\u2019s peak season goals, you may want to display warehouse KPIs related to fulfilment speed, accuracy, and timeliness. Use these KPIs to benchmark performance and troubleshoot in real-time:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Average return processing time<\/strong>. Shows how long it typically takes a worker to receive, process, and relist a returned item for sale.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Order accuracy rate<\/strong>.<span> <\/span>Shows the percentage of total orders that you perfectly fulfilled.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Average pick time per order<\/strong>. Measures average picking speed performance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>On-time ship rate<\/strong>. Indicates how often your business met shipping deadlines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>See more\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/blog\/5-warehouse-kpis-you-need-to-start-tracking\/\">warehouse KPIs<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201d5. Leave breaks in your pick face aisles\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d title_level=\u201dh2\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 module_id=\u201dpickfaceaisles\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/break-in-pick-face.webp\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d alt=\u201dAn image showcasing dynamic storage at Hype\u2019s warehouse.\u201d title_text=\u201dbreak-in-pick-face\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<p>Hype builds gaps into pick faces to create shortcuts from aisle to aisle. Why is this one of the best time-saving tricks?<\/p>\n<p>Hype shares: <em>\u201cIf you have long aisles of continuous pick face, but your picker only needs to get one item from that aisle before moving to the next aisle, these gaps are a lifesaver and a massive time saver. Without them, we had to walk all the way from one end to the other. If you multiply this by hundreds of items and pickruns, you are adding hours and hours to the time spent walking. It takes time away from getting complete sets of orders back to pack.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Learn more about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/blog\/how-to-design-your-warehouse-layout\/\">how to design your warehouse layout<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201dMore peak season warehouse tips\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 title_level=\u201dh2\u2033][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<p>We hope you enjoyed this inside look at Hype\u2019s warehouse operations. For more peak season warehouse tips and a free downloadable pre-peak checklist, check out our comprehensive<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/peoplevox.com\/blog\/ecommerce-peak-season-warehouse-guide\">Peak Season Warehouse Optimization Guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\"><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_text=\u201dGet the guide\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d button_url=\u201dhttps:\/\/peoplevox.com\/blog\/ecommerce-peak-season-warehouse-guide\u201d url_new_window=\u201don\u201d button_alignment=\u201dcenter\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 custom_margin=\u201d||||false|false\u201d][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_video src=\u201dhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/NkcUyVUtTp4?si=czbnXQfauBiAogH9\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_video][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][et_pb_column _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d type=\u201d4_4\u2033 theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][et_pb_divider _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 admin_label=\u201dDivider\u201d][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_heading title=\u201dEcommerce Peak Season Prep FAQs\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d title_level=\u201dh2\u2033 hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033][et_pb_accordion_item title=\u201dHow early should you start preparing your warehouse for peak season?\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d open=\u201don\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<p>You should begin planning several months in advance. This gives you time to test processes, train staff, and make layout or system changes before order volumes increase.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=\u201dWhat role does warehouse layout play during peak season?\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d open=\u201doff\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033]<\/p>\n<p>An efficient layout reduces unnecessary movement and speeds up picking. Small changes, such as optimising aisle flow or repositioning fast-moving products, can significantly improve productivity.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=\u201dHow can you maintain accuracy when order volumes increase?\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 open=\u201doff\u201d]<\/p>\n<p>Using barcode scanning and structured workflows helps reduce human error. Clear processes and system validation ensure items are picked and packed correctly, even under pressure.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=\u201dShould you hire more staff or optimise existing workflows for peak season?\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.6\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d hover_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 sticky_enabled=\u201d0\u2033 open=\u201doff\u201d]<\/p>\n<p>While additional staff can help, improving workflows often delivers better long-term results. 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With Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Christmas chaos around the corner, it\u2019s time to fine-tune your plans.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, for fashion brand <a href=\"https:\/\/uk.justhype.com\/\">Hype<\/a>, our long-term customer based in Leicester, England, peak always starts during \u201cBack to School\u201d season. That means they were already pumping out 3,000+ orders a day when we dropped in to tour their exemplary warehouse.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Hype generously shared some expert insights about how to handle peak order volumes. Here\u2019s what we learned.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":242814,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Peak_Season_Warehouse_Guide_Banner.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-242814\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:group -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:group {\"layout\":{\"type\":\"default\"}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 Ecommerce Peak Season Warehouse Tips:<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>As a brand that has grown remarkably over the past decade, Hype successfully navigated the pains of scaling warehouse operations. Now a household name in the UK and worldwide, they manage peak order fulfillment like seasoned pros. Here are the tips they shared:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list {\"ordered\":true} -->\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"elements\":{\"link\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"var:preset|color|electric-blue\"}}}},\"textColor\":\"electric-blue\"} -->\n<li class=\"has-electric-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color\"><a href=\"#toc1\"><strong>Stage a dedicated area<\/strong> for \u201cshipped\u201d orders.<\/a><\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"elements\":{\"link\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"var:preset|color|electric-blue\"}}}},\"textColor\":\"electric-blue\"} -->\n<li class=\"has-electric-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color\"><a href=\"#toc2\"><strong>Work in pairs<\/strong> to double your packing speed.<\/a><\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"elements\":{\"link\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"var:preset|color|electric-blue\"}}}},\"textColor\":\"electric-blue\"} -->\n<li class=\"has-electric-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color\"><a href=\"#toc3\"><strong>Use dynamic storage<\/strong> to make best use of your locations.<\/a><\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"elements\":{\"link\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"var:preset|color|electric-blue\"}}}},\"textColor\":\"electric-blue\"} -->\n<li class=\"has-electric-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color\"><a href=\"#toc4\"><strong>Get display screens<\/strong> to track your progress.<\/a><\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item {\"style\":{\"elements\":{\"link\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"var:preset|color|electric-blue\"}}}},\"textColor\":\"electric-blue\"} -->\n<li class=\"has-electric-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color\"><a href=\"#toc5\"><strong>Leave breaks<\/strong> in your pick face aisles.<\/a><\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ol>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:group -->\n\n<!-- wp:group {\"layout\":{\"type\":\"default\"}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc1\">1. Stage a dedicated area for \u201cshipped\u201d orders.<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":242831,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/dispatching-ecommerce-orders.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-242831\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Hype created a dedicated staging area for outgoing orders. Workers keep a number of these high-volume wheeled trolleys on hand to store their \u201ddispatched\u201d or \u201dshipped\u201d orders. When the courier arrives for pickup, they are taken straight over to the van for loading.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Problems solved:<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Inefficiency: <\/strong>Workers always know where things are and don\u2019t waste time or effort.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Clutter: <\/strong>Packaged orders no longer clutter work surfaces around the shipping station.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Lost packages: <\/strong>All packages stay organized instead of sitting in precarious piles.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Shipping delays: <\/strong>Shipments are ready to load when the courier arrives for pickup.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:group -->\n\n<!-- wp:group {\"layout\":{\"type\":\"default\"}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc2\">2. Work in pairs to double your packing speed.<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":242816,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ecommerce-shipping-process-wms-1024x468-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-242816\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>During ecommerce peak season, Hype puts warehouse team members in pack-ship pairs to process orders faster. In the image above:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Worker 1 (on the right side):<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Uses the <a href=\"https:\/\/peoplevox.com\/\">Descartes Peoplevox warehouse management system (WMS)<\/a> on a desktop computer to dispatch orders.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Scans each of the items included in one order.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Generates the shipping label via the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/integration\/metapack\/\">Metapack integration<\/a> and prints it.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Passes the items and shipping label to her colleague on the left.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Starts the next order.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Worker 2 (on the left side):<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Packs the items into a Hype mailer parcel.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Affixes the shipping label.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Moves the parcel to the \u201coutgoing shipments\u201d trolley.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Starts the next order.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the fastest way to pack and ship an order?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The fastest way to pack and ship an ecommerce order is to split workflows for dispatch\/label generation and pack order\/affix label across two people. This allows both team members to work in a faster rhythm and double your \u201corders dispatched\u201d rate without needing more users on the warehouse management system.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/blog\/picking-packing-best-practices\/\">picking and packing best practices<\/a><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:group -->\n\n<!-- wp:group {\"layout\":{\"type\":\"default\"}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc3\">3. Use dynamic storage to make the best use of your locations.<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":242833,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/dynamic-storage-ecommerce-1024x458-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-242833\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Hype uses dynamic storage to keep a mixed range of popular SKUs in a single, easily pickable location. It\u2019s a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/blogs\/how-amazon-layout-their-warehouses\">warehouse strategy Amazon leaders have been using for years,<\/a> and it lives up to the hype. (See what we did there?) They place the fastest-moving SKUs near the pack and ship station to reduce walking time.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is dynamic storage in a warehouse?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Dynamic storage, also known as chaotic storage, is a barcode-based warehouse storage system that allows multiple SKUs to be stored in the same pick location, such as a bin or pick face.<br><strong>How it works:<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list {\"ordered\":true} -->\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Assign and affix a unique, scannable barcode to each bin and a unique SKU to each product or bundle.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Implement <a href=\"https:\/\/peoplevox.com\/\">warehouse management system (WMS) software<\/a> with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/blog\/warehouse-barcoding-a-how-to-guide\/\">barcode scanning<\/a> hardware, such as Android mobile devices.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>During <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=tH6ei7UTXHo\">inventory putaway,<\/a> workers scan the SKU and bin barcode to record the location of each item. It\u2019s okay to mix SKUs in a single location.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>During <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ORxxnoVsAwk\">order picking<\/a>, the WMS retrieves the stored information and guides the picker to the correct location.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>The picker retrieves the item, scans it, and scans the bin barcode to log the pick activity. This updates the SKU count for that location in the WMS.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ol>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the benefits of dynamic storage?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Storage optimization -<\/strong> Dynamic storage allows workers to store more items in existing warehouse space by storing mixed SKUs in each location.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Flexible pick locations \u2013 <\/strong>Move popular SKUs closer to the pack stations according to sales trends and promotional events; support faster fulfillment.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Faster inventory putaway \u2013 <\/strong>Put items wherever they fit instead of searching for a static storage location.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Reduce human errors - <\/strong>&nbsp;Prevent mis-picks with barcode scanning and built-in pick validation that flags errors.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/blog\/how-to-get-more-out-of-your-existing-warehouse-space\/\">dynamic storage.<\/a><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:group -->\n\n<!-- wp:group {\"layout\":{\"type\":\"default\"}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc4\">4. Get display screens to track your progress.<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":242834,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/warehouse-productivity-dashboard.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-242834\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Hype places display screens in prominent locations to share warehouse key performance indicators (KPIs). Everyone can see Hype\u2019s peak season customer experience journey, order by order. It helps management see how things are progressing at a productivity level and incentivizes the pick, pack, and ship team members to compete against each other in a positive working environment.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which warehouse KPIs does Hype display?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Hype displays warehouse KPIs from their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=MicrkrvyKnY\">Descartes Peoplevox WMS dashboards<\/a>. Key metrics include:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Number of orders dispatched for the day \u2013 <\/strong>Builds team morale, fosters healthy competition, and shows progress toward daily goals.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Number of items to pick to meet delivery timelines \u2013 <\/strong>Keeps the team focused on results, identifies bottlenecks, and helps managers allocate resources.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Number of Amazon orders still needing to be dispatched \u2013 <\/strong>A crucial metric to maintain their excellent reputation as an Amazon Seller-Fulfilled Prime (SFP) vendor.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What other warehouse KPIs matter for peak season?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Depending on your team's peak season goals, you may want to display warehouse KPIs related to fulfillment speed, accuracy, and timeliness. Use these KPIs to benchmark performance and troubleshoot in real-time:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Average return processing time \u2013 <\/strong>Shows how long it typically takes a worker to receive, process, and relist a returned item for sale<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Order accuracy rate<\/strong> \u2013 Shows the percentage of total orders that you perfectly fulfilled<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Average pick time per order \u2013 <\/strong>Measures average picking speed performance<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>On-time ship rate \u2013 <\/strong>Indicates how often your business met shipping deadlines<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>See more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/blog\/5-warehouse-kpis-you-need-to-start-tracking\/\">warehouse KPIs<\/a><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:group -->\n\n<!-- wp:group {\"layout\":{\"type\":\"default\"}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc5\">5. Leave breaks in your pick face aisles.<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":242835,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/break-in-pick-face.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-242835\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Hype builds gaps into pick faces to create shortcuts from aisle to aisle. Why is this one of the best time-saving tricks?<br><br>Hype shares: \u201cIf you have long aisles of continuous pick face, but your picker only needs to get one item from that aisle before moving to the next aisle, these gaps are a lifesaver and a massive time saver.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Without them, we had to walk all the way from one end to the other. If you multiply this by hundreds of items and pickruns, you are adding hours and hours to the time spent walking. It takes time away from getting complete sets of orders back to pack.\u201d<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/blog\/how-to-design-your-warehouse-layout\/\">how to design your warehouse layout<\/a><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:group -->\n\n<!-- wp:group {\"layout\":{\"type\":\"default\"}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More peak season warehouse tips<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We hope you enjoyed this inside look at Hype\u2019s warehouse operations. For more peak season warehouse tips and a free downloadable pre-peak checklist, check out our comprehensive <a href=\"https:\/\/peoplevox.com\/blog\/ecommerce-peak-season-warehouse-guide\">Peak Season Warehouse Optimization Guide.<\/a><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:buttons {\"layout\":{\"type\":\"flex\",\"justifyContent\":\"center\"}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\"><!-- wp:button {\"backgroundColor\":\"electric-blue\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-electric-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/peoplevox.com\/blog\/ecommerce-peak-season-warehouse-guide\">Get the Guide<\/a><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:button --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:buttons --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:group -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"60px\"} -->\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:group {\"layout\":{\"type\":\"default\"}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Ecommerce peak season prep should include: creating a<strong> dedicated area<\/strong> for outbound packages, <strong>pairing workers<\/strong> for pack and ship teams, implementing a <strong>dynamic storage<\/strong> system, installing monitors to <strong>display KPIs<\/strong>, and <strong>adding breaks<\/strong> to long pick faces.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>The UK-based fashion brand Hype has successfully used these strategies with the Descartes Peoplevox WMS to <strong>process<\/strong> <strong>3,000+ orders per day<\/strong> during peak seasons.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>No matter what time of year your peak season occurs, <strong>start planning and optimizing your warehouse<\/strong> several months in advance. 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