Blind Receiving
Handle unexpected shipments and operator-assigned LPNs with flexible blind receiving workflows for both ASN and PO-based receipts.
What is Blind Receiving?
Blind Receiving (also called Blind LPN Receiving) is a warehouse receiving method where operators manually assign License Plate Numbers (LPNs) instead of having the system auto-generate them. This allows warehouses to retain vendor-applied pallet labels, use existing inventory tags, or assign custom identifiers during the receipt process.
JASCI supports two blind receiving modes: ASN Blind LPN and PO Blind LPN. Both validate incoming products against their respective reference documents (ASN or Purchase Order) but allow the operator to scan or enter the LPN that should be tied to the receipt. This provides the validation benefits of standard receiving with the flexibility of custom label assignment.
Key Distinction
Standard receiving answers "What LPN should I create?" (system decides). Blind receiving answers "What LPN do you want to use?" (operator decides). Both methods validate quantities and products—the difference is who controls the license plate assignment.
Blind receiving is ideal for operations that work with pre-labeled pallets from vendors, use reusable pallet tags, or need to preserve specific LPN formats for downstream systems. The Camera and Reason buttons allow operators to document damage or exceptions with photos and codes, maintaining full traceability even with operator-assigned identifiers.
Two Modes, Same Flexibility
Choose ASN Blind LPN or PO Blind LPN based on your inbound documentation
ASN Blind LPN
Advance Ship Notice + Custom LPN
Receive against pre-loaded ASN data while assigning your own LPNs. System validates products against the shipment manifest but you control which license plate gets tied to each receipt.
- Pre-validated against ASN quantities
- Discrepancy detection for over/short
- Retain vendor pallet labels
PO Blind LPN
Purchase Order + Custom LPN
Receive against Purchase Order expectations while assigning custom LPNs. Validates products against the original order but allows flexible license plate assignment for each pallet.
- Validates against PO line items
- Lot and serial capture supported
- Use existing inventory tags
Why Blind Receiving Matters
Not every warehouse operation fits the auto-label model. Blind receiving gives you the validation and traceability of standard receiving with the flexibility your operation needs.
Preserve Vendor Labels
Keep vendor-applied pallet tags that downstream systems or customers expect. No need to relabel at the dock.
Reusable Pallet Tags
Use permanent, reusable LPN tags that cycle through your operation. Reduce label printing and waste.
Custom LPN Formats
Assign LPNs that match your naming conventions, customer requirements, or integration specifications.
How JASCI Delivers Blind Receiving
Flexible LPN assignment with full validation and traceability
Operator-Assigned LPNs
Operators scan or enter their own License Plate Numbers instead of system-generated labels, enabling use of existing pallet tags or vendor labels.
ASN Blind LPN Mode
Receive against Advance Ship Notices while using operator-scanned LPNs. Validates product against ASN but allows flexible label assignment.
PO Blind LPN Mode
Receive against Purchase Orders with operator-assigned LPNs. Ideal when vendor-applied labels should be retained through the warehouse.
Damage Documentation
Capture photos and reason codes during blind receiving to document condition issues with full audit trail.
Quantity Verification
Enter received quantities with validation against expected amounts. Flag overages, shortages, and discrepancies in real-time.
Seamless Putaway Integration
After blind receipt completion, system generates putaway tasks using standard slotting rules—same as auto-LPN receiving.
Blind Receiving Workflows
Step-by-step process for ASN and PO blind LPN receiving
Select ASN Blind LPN
Navigate to Inbound → Mobile Receiving → ASN Receiving Blind LPN from the scanner menu.
Scan Workbench
Enter or scan the workbench that will be used to perform the receipt and print the putaway label.
Enter ASN Reference
Scan or enter the ASN number to receive against. System validates and loads shipment details.
Scan Product
Scan the product barcode. System verifies the item belongs to the ASN before proceeding.
Enter LPN
Scan or enter the LPN you wish to tie to this receipt—use existing pallet tags or vendor labels.
Complete Receipt
Enter quantity and click Receive. Use Camera and Reason buttons to document damage if needed.
See It In Action
Mobile-optimized workflows for flexible LPN assignment
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ASN/PO Selection
Choose your reference document and workbench
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LPN Entry Screen
Scan or manually enter your custom LPN
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Damage Documentation
Capture photos and reason codes as needed
Operational Impact
The flexibility of blind receiving without sacrificing control
Related Features
Need Flexible LPN Assignment?
See how JASCI's Blind Receiving can give you full validation and traceability while letting you control your license plate assignments.