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Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS)

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A computer aided system that can retrieve and store items in a specific location.

What is Automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS)?

It is a type of warehouse management system that helps businesses store and retrieve items quickly and efficiently. 

 

The technology usually consists of carousels, cranes, shuttles, unit and mini loads, and other similar systems. This is mostly used with the integration of other software like Warehouse Management System (WMS). 

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