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Warehouse organization

Warehouse organization

Warehouse organization for optimal handling performance

Warehouse organization refers to the structuring of tasks and workflows within the warehouse. This includes the assignment of warehouse staff to specific tasks and responsibilities, as well as the allocation and distribution of goods and items to designated storage locations within the facility.

The design of storage areas using various racking and transport systems is also an essential aspect of warehouse organization, as is the approach to how goods are picked and stored. Larger companies typically use automated storage systems to increase efficiency in handling items within the warehouse and to save time and labor. These automated systems enable fully automated storage — products are automatically retrieved from storage using a computer-controlled storage and retrieval system, transported to the picking stations, and automatically returned to storage afterward.

The scope of warehouse organization depends on the size of the company, as well as its individual requirements and processes. Storage management is closely linked to the inventory management system. The core goal of warehouse organization is to optimize warehouse usage while keeping costs low and processing times as short as possible.

Storage spaces: plan your warehouse properly

Smart warehouse organization enables optimal production performance within the company. A holistic warehouse planning approach takes into account both commercial and technical aspects.

Important planning factors include:

  • the number and size of items in the product range,
  • the average and maximum stock levels of each item,
  • the average and peak number of deliveries per day,
  • and the average number of items per delivery.

The return rate also plays a role in warehouse planning.

Automated storage systems can significantly increase warehouse efficiency. They allow for optimal use of storage space, saving both time and floor space. Internal material flow processes are optimized, and internal logistics performance is enhanced. Additionally, intelligent software solutions support the optimization of warehouse organization and help increase the profitability of intralogistics operations.