Picking from multiple locations can be more convenient for order-picking because the sku is likely to be closer to the order-picker. However, it makes put-away harder, since it could require travel to multiple locations to “top them up”. Space utilization will not be as high because empty space will be scattered among multiple storage locations. Picking from a single location will empty it sooner so that it will become available for reassignment. This will improve space utilization and make put-away easier. However, pickers may forfeit some opportunities to reduce travel by picking from an alternative location