Warehouse management a complete guide to improving efficiency and minimizing costs in the modern warehouse

Warehouses are an integral part of the modern supply chain, involved in sourcing, producing and distributing goods. However, due to the complexities of warehouse operations they can often be one of the most costly parts of the supply chain. Their efficient management is therefore critical for minimi...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author Richards, Gwynne
Format Electronic eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published London ; Philadelphia : Kogan Page, 2011.
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Online AccessFull text
ISBN9780749460754
9781621983958
9780749460747
Physical Description1 online zdroj (xvi, 324 pages) : illustrations

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Table of Contents:
  • The role of the warehouse
  • Role of the warehouse manager
  • Warehouse processes : receiving and put-away
  • Warehouse processes : pick preparation
  • Picking strategies and equipment
  • Order-picking methods
  • Warehouse processes from replenishment to despatch
  • Warehouse management systems
  • Warehouse layout
  • Storage and handling equipment
  • Resourcing a warehouse
  • Warehouse costs
  • Performance management
  • Outsourcing
  • Health and safety
  • The warehouse and the environment
  • The warehouse of the future.