There are multiple factors that play roles in designing the warehouse. Some of those are 1. Categories mix 2. Rate of sale of products / Fast moving products 3. Sale targeting specific products / categories of products 4. Inwarding plan 5. Level of automation within the warehouse 6. Ease of picking a product once the bin is identified ( decides the kind of items that can be mixed in a bin) 7. Distribution model - Ship to store or D2C I had an experience of designing the warehouse layout for an apparel business. Other than inventory access you also need to plan for outbound movement. And once designed, the feedback from the warehouse team helps to fine tune this over a period of time.

Start by understanding what the client needs are and where they have struggled in the past. This should help lay the groundwork for what you need. As a pulse check, I would collect data to assess what the most strategic options are. Don't forget to ask current warehouse workers for their thoughts. They may already have ideas of what could make things run efficiently.

Um bom software ERP é de suma importância para o êxito das atividades, porém, o principal recurso utilizado na gestão de estoques e de inventarios é a mão de obra. Uma equipe bem treinada e focada no bom resultado faz toda a diferença. A maturidade e confiança da equipe precisa ser a meta de todo bom gestor de inventarios.

From my experience, I’d say that that would be best observed by building context during the design phase with the client. Knowing the skill set of the team using the warehouse will allow you to know how to apply things like stored procedures or functions. If the clients staff can’t use them it’s a drawback, if they can you set yourself up to appear as a dynamic professional.

Optimize Space Utilization: Design for maximum storage efficiency and easy access. Implement Zoning: Group similar items together for faster picking and restocking. Use Technology: Integrate automated systems like AS/RS or guided forklifts. Prioritize Safety and Ergonomics: Create a layout that minimizes risks and improves worker comfort. Incorporate Scalability: Design the layout to accommodate future growth and changes.