WAREHOUSE PROCESSES
20th July 2019
SO - Agenda
Warehouse Processes
Session Objectives:
1. Understand various processes of
Warehousing
2. Evaluate the importance of each Picking Process
processes
3. Study the factors that affect
performance
Factors affecting Performance
Warehouse Processes
PUT AWAY STORAGE
RECEIVING
1. Identify Product 1. Move Product
1. Schedule Carrier
2. Break packs, Sorting 2. Equipment
2. Unload Vehicle
3. Identify storage 3. Stock Location:
3. Inspect for damage
location Popularity, Unit size /
4. Compare to PO
4. Update records cube
Warehouse Process
SHIPPING
SHIPPING PREP ORDER PICKING
1. Schedule carrier
1. Packaging 1. Information
2. Load vehicle
2. Labeling 2. Walk/drive/Auto Pick
3. Bill of Lading
3. Staging 3. Picking list
4. Record update
Factors affecting Performance - Receiving
Coordinating packing to the warehouse’s need
Size / Type of packing – Cartons, Cases, Cube dimensions
Coordinating the means of delivery with the warehouse’s abilities
Pallets – for forklifts
Chains / locking mechanism – for cranes
Ensuring delivery is efficient and safe
Labelling goods in an easy-to-read way
Human readable
Barcode scanners
Reviewing Orders / Pre-shipment notification
Factors affecting Performance – Storage Locations
Clearly marked storage locations
Using the right equipment for the job
Storing as per FIFO (First in – First Out) or FEFO ( First expiry – First Out)
Storage Plan based on:
Product velocity
Weight / Volume
Special storage needs
Real time updates in the warehouse management systems
Picking Process
Two types of systems
Picker to part system (picker moves to the pick location)
Part to picker system (pick location is brought to picker)
Order Increments – SKU (Each) / Case / Pallet
Routing Strategy
Picking Route pattern – defined through Pick lists or Pick Report
Picking Structure
Discrete order picking – Order specific only
Batch Picking – Multiple orders picked in one go
Zone Picking – Multiple pickers in multiple areas at the same time performing
Discrete or Batch picking
Factors affecting Performance - Picking
Use a picking route that minimizes travel time and backtracking
Point of pick-up – system updates
SKUs clearly labelled in human readable format
Aisles clear of clutter that can slow transit or create hazards
Eliminate paper work for picker
Factors affecting Performance - Dispatch
Managing third party shippers
Coordinating traffic at loading bays
Loading efficiently and safely
Completing all required documentation
Real time system updates
THANK YOU!!
Mayuresh Unde