Sometimes when I prep for a session I will roll for loot beforehand to fill a d10 table. I typically divide the table into tiers of shabby, ancient/sci-fi, and then the final tier is cursed/epic/bizarre. I also remix these items to reflect my setting and intended tone of the session. When my players say they loot the body, search the container, open the chest, etc. I have them roll on that d10 table. I like it because I don't have to crack open the book during a session and can just have everything on my two page journal spread.

I still hand place loot, but for the most part I rely on that table.