Efficient Packing Slip Printing for High-Volume Stores
For high-volume stores, efficient packing slip printing can make or break your fulfillment speed.
Setting Up Your Print Station
Hardware Recommendations
• Thermal printer for speed (Brother, Zebra, DYMO)
• Standard printer for detailed slips
• Dedicated computer or tablet
Software Configuration
• Set PDF Invoice as default for packing slips
• Configure auto-print rules
• Set up keyboard shortcuts
Batch Printing Strategies
Time-Based Batching
Print all orders from the last hour at once.
Status-Based Batching
Print all "ready to ship" orders together.
Carrier-Based Batching
Group by shipping carrier for easier sorting.
Optimizing Packing Slip Content
Include only what your team needs:
• Order number (large, scannable)
• Customer name
• Items with quantities
• Special instructions
• Bin/shelf locations
Remove unnecessary elements:
• Prices (optional for packing slips)
• Marketing messages
• Lengthy product descriptions
Workflow Integration
1. Order comes in
2. Automatically queued for printing
3. Printed in batch at set intervals
4. Matched with products for packing
5. Shipped and marked complete
Measuring Efficiency
Track these metrics:
• Orders packed per hour
• Error rate (wrong items shipped)
• Print queue wait time
• Reprints needed
