# Highlights ## How Hopstack Powers Inbound Operations Discover how inbound operations can be improved and optimized to boost speed and reduce errors - **40%** reduction in dock-to-stock time - **99.5%** receiving accuracy with real-time data capture - **35%** improvement in storage utilization # Capabilities ## Intelligent & Guided Inbound Operations Enhance your inbound logistics operations with guided and smart operations, utilizing advanced automation and intelligent workflows ## Automated & Optimized Receiving Achieve high warehouse receiving accuracy and productivity with Hopstack’s robust receiving module. - Integrate with ERPs, EDI, and TMS systems to automatically create inbound shipment notifications - Customize workflows for over-receiving, under-receiving, and other unique scenarios - Ensure FEFO and FIFO compliance by capturing and entering expiry and inbound information accurately ## Strategic Inventory Placement Place inventory optimally based on customizable business rules to maximize space allocation and efficiency. - Receive recommendations for product placement based on SKU similarity, velocity, product characteristics, and location - Place inventory in accordance with FEFO and FIFO compliance to maintain inventory integrity - Implement business rules for strategic inventory placement and efficient space utilization ## Guided Putaway Workflows Reduce dock-to-stock time and enhance order lead times with Hopstack’s powerful putaway module - Conduct Directed Putaway, Fixed-location Putaway, or Dynamic Putaway based on your business needs - Utilize guided workflows to improve putaway efficiency and labor productivity - Integrate with scanners, PDAs, and mobile devices to increase putaway speed and accuracy ## Dropshipping and Cross-Docking Optimize your fulfillment speed with efficient dropshipping and cross-docking workflows - Configure and perform dropshipping and cross-docking seamlessly - Move inventory directly from receiving to outbound fulfillment, bypassing storage to expedite order processing - Enhance fulfillment speed with Hopstack's dynamic order processing system ### Cut Your Dock-To-Stock Time Now Adopt our solutions for superior inbound performance and accuracy. Enhance your processes with guided workflows and automation [Schedule A Demo Now](/content/demo/index.html) # Spotlight ## Features of Our Inbound Operations Module Examine the powerful features that optimize your inbound logistics, from receiving to putaway, ensuring smooth and efficient operations ## Mobile App for Receiving and Putaway Utilize a mobile app for efficient receiving and putaway processes, enabling real-time updates and improved accuracy ## Lot & Batch Control Maintain precise control over lot and batch inventory to ensure traceability and compliance with regulatory requirements ## Serialized Inventory Tracking Track individual items with serialized inventory tracking for enhanced accuracy and accountability ## EDI Integrations for Inbound ASNs Integrate with EDI to receive advanced shipping notices (ASNs), improving coordination with suppliers ## Purchase Order Based Receiving Simplify receiving processes by matching incoming shipments with purchase orders to ensure accuracy and reduce discrepancies ## LPN Generation Automatically generate License Plate Numbers (LPNs) for pallets and containers to improve inventory tracking and management #### Unlock Your Warehouse’s Full Potential See how Hopstack can help you transform your warehouse operations [Schedule a Demo](/content/demo/index.html) # Frequently asked questions ## Hopstack Inbound Operations Module FAQs Everything you need to know about the product and capabilities. ### What is Inbound Operations Software? Inbound Operations Software optimizes the receiving and handling of incoming goods, streamlining tasks like unloading, inspecting, sorting, and storing. It ensures accurate inventory recording, reduces errors, and improves warehouse efficiency, enhancing overall supply chain performance through automation. ### How does Inbound Operations Software improve the receiving process? Inbound Operations Software improves the receiving and putaway process by automating the receiving, inspection, and allocation of goods to their designated storage locations. This ensures accuracy, reduces handling time, and optimizes warehouse space, leading to more efficient operations. ### Can your software assist with cross-docking operations? Yes, our software is equipped to assist with cross-docking operations by streamlining the direct transfer of incoming goods to outbound shipments without the need for long-term storage. It facilitates real-time tracking, efficient coordination between receiving and shipping, and minimizes handling time, ensuring faster and more accurate order fulfillment. ### How does your software facilitate the documentation and tracking of inbound shipments? Units refer to individual items processed through our system. This term is similar to how Amazon defines a unit, meaning each item or product that you manage or ship through our service is counted as a single unit.