ch5 part 2 Flashcards
(26 cards)
REASON FOR WAREHOUSE
To support the company’s customer policy.
To maintain a source of supply without interruptions.
To achieve transportation economies.
To support changing market conditions and sudden changes in demand.
To support any JIT programs.
To provide customers with the right mix of products at all times and all locations.
To ensure the least logistics cost for a desired level of customer service.
FACTORS FOR IDEAL WAREHOUSING
Location
Layout
Technology
Security
Space and Infrastructure:
Availability of mechanical appliances to load and unload goods
Scalability and Flexibility
Cost-Effectiveness
Proximity to customers and suppliers, accessibility to transportation networks, consideration of customer base
Location
Optimized storage, efficient workflows, safety considerations
Layout
Inventory management systems, automation, connectivity
Technology
Access controls, surveillance, Fire prevention and safety measures
Security
Sufficient space, ceiling height, Loading and unloading docks, temperature and humidity control
Space and Infrastructure
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Availability of mechanical appliances to load and unload goods
Ability to expand, modular design
Scalability and Flexibility
Rent and lease costs, utilities and maintenance, labor costs
Cost-Effectiveness
refers to both the physical structure of your warehouse and the many components within it.
Warehouse layout
also ensures workers have enough space to operate at maximum capacity, leading to a smoother inventory flow with less wasted time.
A proper warehouse layout
PRINCIPLES FOR WAREHOUSE DESIGN AND OPERATION
- Minimize Touches Goods
- One-way Flow
- Stock in the Right Place (Triadic)
- The Right Amount of Stock
- Efficient Labor
- Bench Marking
- Select the Right Material Handling System
- Know Your Data
- Warehouse Management Software
- Consult Widely
TYPES OF WAREHOUSE LAYOUT
U-shaped warehouse flows
I-shaped warehouse flow
L-shaped warehouse flow
are the most popular due to their simplicity and ease of replication
U-shaped warehouse flows
All the inventory is arranged in a “U” shaped semicircle, the middle portion (the bend of the “U”) is used for storage, and then shipping and receiving are performed at the ends of the “U.”
U-shaped warehouse flows
most often chosen by enterprise businesses that have larger warehouses
I-shaped warehouse flow
offers a clear “in and out” view of product workflow for these bigger companies producing higher volumes
I-shaped warehouse flow
the receiving and unloading areas are on one side of the warehouse, and the shipping and picking areas are on an adjacent side, creating a 90-degree angle
L-shaped warehouse flow
The remaining space is then designated for storage purposes
L-shaped warehouse flow
is basically a model where all inventory is stored in a single, primary location
Centralized warehousing
This central hub acts as the main source for inventory management, distribution, and order fulfillment.
Centralized warehousing
Many large-scale businesses opt for centralized warehouses as they allow for streamlined control and lower operational costs.
Centralized warehousing
involves maintaining multiple warehouses in strategic locations
Decentralized warehousing
