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Supply chain is relentlessly moving forward to more effectively meeting the demands of globalization. Here are 5 GWP ideas to make your warehouse more productive and efficient. Read the full blog.
5 GWP Ideas to Make Your Warehouse More Productive and Efficient
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The world of supply chain is relentlessly moving forward to more effectively meeting the
demands of globalization and the changing markets. Warehouses for that matter play a crucial
role in supporting the entire system. In order to stay ahead and exceed the expectations of
customers, it is of utmost importance to adopt good warehousing practices. These practices, if
done right, can reduce costs, improve customer satisfaction and increase the overall effi ciency.
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However, achieving a fully operational, efficient and productive warehouse can prove to be quite a challenge.
Therefore, to counter such issues, it is advisable to follow the given warehousing practices to achieve
productivity and efficiency.
1. Use bin locations to quickly locate products
Using bin locations and labeling can prove to be one of the best solutions for increasing warehousing efficiency,
yet is underrated. In order to reduce the cost of labor, reduce mis-ships, enhance faster delivery, and reduce
errors, it is advisable to include bin locations and labeling as one of your warehousing practices.
2. Maximize vertical space
Most warehouses have a lot of unused vertical space they could be taking much better advantage of, and doing
so can save them a lot of money in the long run by preventing costly moves to other places. So, if you’re
running a little low on floor space, start utilizing vertical spaces to increase the efficiency of your warehouse.
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3. Implementing the 5S lean strategy
“5S” lean strategy is one of the best ways to ensure proper organization of warehousing activities.
The “5S” principle consists of: Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain — all techniques
that are designed to keep clutter at bay, reduce errors, and improve safety and keep things
organized.
4. Cycle Count
To keep your warehouse efficient, you need to have an inventory counting strategy in place.
Counting inventory at regular intervals ensures that you have goods ready to meet your customers
demand. Inventory cycle counting is a system by which you count inventory on a regular basis. This
can be done daily, weekly or any period you determine, as long as it is consistent and you assess
your entire stock within a given period.
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5. Adopt modern technology
A warehouse management system (WMS) or an ERP system are the best technologies that can be used to
enhance warehouse efficiency. The use of such technologies provides automated pick lists that can be sent
to mobile devices to help eliminate mistakes and reduce wasted time and paper. Therefore, in order to get
your warehouse future ready, adoption of these technologies will help you gain a competitive edge over all
other companies.
With ever-increasing demands and needs of the customers, making sound decisions and investments in the
warehousing areas will be a key to staying competitive. We hope the inculcation of the above-mentioned
warehousing practices help you in making your warehouse more efficient and productive than ever.
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