a method and an apparatus for the order picking of items in an order - picking installation with an automatic order - picking device and an associated dynamic - storage rack as a store for replenishing the automatic order - picking device with items . the items are automatically transported , preferably separately according to type , in containers or boxes to the dynamic - storage rack on a driven conveying line . after reading and identifying the boxes , they are introduced automatically by an activated stationary lift and activated level serving devices of the dynamic - storage rack into selected dynamic - storage channels of the dynamic - storage rack . the channels have exits that can be manually reached by an operator . after manual removal of the containers / boxes at a selected exit of a dynamic - storage channel , and then unpacking of the containers / boxes by the operator , the items are introduced , separately according to type , into order - picking compartments of the automatic order - picking device , in order to replenish order - picking device .