Managing warehouse operations. How to manage and run warehouse operations by ...Omar Youssef
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The document provides information about warehouse operations and goals. It discusses maximizing the effective use of space, equipment, labor and information. It outlines warehouse functions like receiving, storing, order picking and shipping. It also describes operational processes, inventory terms and costs, and opportunities to improve warehouse distribution. Controls are discussed around safety, fire prevention, theft and storing hazardous materials. Equipment and tools are also mentioned.
This document discusses various aspects of warehouse management including reasons for warehousing, benefits, types of warehouses, warehouse strategies, location strategies, and transport. Reasons for warehousing include supporting customer policies, maintaining supply, and achieving transportation economies. Benefits include consolidation and break bulk. Warehouse strategies consider private, public and contract facilities to handle base and peak demand. Location strategies consider proximity to markets and products. Transport selection involves considering factors like cost, transit time, reliability, and potential for loss or damage.