A useful guideline for managing warehouse space is to use around 85% of its total capacity. For example, if your warehouse has 10,000 pallet slots, aim to use about 8,500. This approach ensures that you have enough operational space for moving and reshuffling inventory. Overcrowding can lead to inefficiencies, much like trying to find a parking spot in a crowded mall. Keeping a portion of your warehouse open helps maintain smooth operations and productivity…
Product slotting can significantly improve warehouse productivity—and reduce labour costs by up to 30 percent. Simply put, product slotting is about putting the right product in the right place so you can pick it in the most efficient way…
We’ve experienced a significant increase in demand here at Logistics Bureau for assistance in improving warehouse performance. Below, we share some of the main warehousing management problems we are helping with…
Is your business one that operates distribution centres and other warehouse facilities to maintain control of inventory? If so, you’re probably engaged in the eternal search to make warehouse processes faster, easier, less expensive, and safer…
In this post, I’d like to talk about the key factors that will impact on the optimum facility network and design required to meet your warehousing or storage requirements…
One of the key tools we use to boost warehouse performance is the FACTS framework, which stands for Flow, Access, Capacity, Trace, and Safety. Flow refers to optimizing the movement of products through the warehouse to reduce unnecessary handling and costs. Access is about ensuring picking areas are clear and easily navigable. Capacity focuses on using the right storage systems to maximize efficiency. Trace emphasizes accurate inventory tracking, while Safety underpins all operations…
One of the most common issues is that businesses feel they’re out of space when, in reality, they may have unused vertical space. By adding extra beams or shelves to the racking, you can create additional storage levels and better utilize cubic capacity. This is a simple, low-cost fix that can add more storage without the need for expansion. Managing inventory is also a key. Many businesses hold on to slow-moving or obsolete stock that occupies valuable space…
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in logistics remain a critical and frequently discussed subject. First off, many people fall into the trap of tracking too many KPIs. My advice? Stick to three or four key performance indicators per level in your organization…
During warehousing health checks, a common observation is that warehouses often seem full, but additional space can frequently be discovered through better organization. Many clients believe their warehouses are running efficiently, yet they might be losing time due to poor layout…
Are you sure you need to move to a larger warehouse? Many businesses face space issues and immediately assume that a bigger warehouse is the solution. However, at Logistics Bureau, we’ve seen that moving to a larger facility isn’t always necessary. In my 26 years of experience, I’ve noticed that nearly all companies move to larger warehouses due to business growth, but there are often alternatives that can save both time and money…