2. Warehouse Storage
Different Types of Warehouse
Shipping Alternatives
Calculating the ratio of the number
of trips to blocks of storage area
3. WAREHOUSE STORAGE
Warehouse storage refers to the practice of storing goods and
products in a warehouse facility for a certain period of time
before they are sold or distributed to customers. Warehouses are
large commercial buildings or facilities that are designed for the
storage and distribution of goods. They provide a secure and
controlled environment for goods and materials, and help to
ensure that they are stored safely and efficiently.
4. IN A WAREHOUSE, GOODS ARE
TYPICALLY STORED ON
SHELVES, RACKS, OR PALLETS.
THESE STORAGE SYSTEMS
ALLOW FOR EASY ACCESS AND
RETRIEVAL OF GOODS, AS WELL
AS EFFICIENT USE OF SPACE.
WAREHOUSES MAY ALSO HAVE
SPECIALIZED STORAGE AREAS
FOR SPECIFIC TYPES OF GOODS,
SUCH AS REFRIGERATED OR
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS.
5. DIFFERENT TYPES OF
WAREHOUSE
General warehouses: These are large storage spaces
used for general purposes, such as storing raw materials,
finished products, and equipment.
6. These warehouses are designed to
facilitate the efficient flow of goods in
and out of the warehouse, typically
serving as a hub for distributing goods to
retailers and customers.
DISTRIBUTION CENTERS:
7. COLD STORAGE
WAREHOUSES
These are temperature-controlled
warehouses designed to store
perishable items, such as food,
pharmaceuticals, and other
temperature-sensitive products.
8. MANUFACTURING
WAREHOUSES
THESE WAREHOUSES ARE SPECIFICALLY
DESIGNED TO FACILITATE THE
MANUFACTURING PROCESS, PROVIDING SPACE
FOR ASSEMBLY LINES, PRODUCTION
EQUIPMENT, AND INVENTORY STORAGE.
9. AUTOMATED
WAREHOUSES
These warehouses are designed
to use automated systems to
move and manage inventory,
typically using robots and
computer systems to streamline
the process.
10. These are specialized
warehouses designed to manage
and fulfill orders for online
retailers and e-commerce
companies.
FULFILLMENT
CENTERS
11. BONDED
WAREHOUSES
These are secure storage
facilities used to store
imported goods until they are
cleared by customs, typically
used for international trade.
12. These warehouses are
designed for specific
industries, such as the
automotive industry, where
specialized equipment and
storage space are required.
SPECIALIZED
WAREHOUSES
13. There are several shipping alternatives available for
businesses and individuals who need to transport
goods domestically or internationally. Each shipping
option has its own benefits and costs, which can vary
depending on the size, weight, and destination of the
shipment.
SHIPPING
ALTERNATIVES
14. This is typically the most affordable
shipping option for domestic
shipments. Ground shipping options
include trucking, rail, and parcel
carriers like UPS and FedEx. Costs
can vary based on the distance,
weight, and size of the shipment, as
well as the delivery speed and any
additional services requested, such
as tracking or insurance.
GROUND SHIPPING
15. Air freight is a faster option than
ground shipping, but it can be
more expensive. The cost of air
freight is determined by the weight
and size of the shipment, the
distance between the origin and
destination, and the speed of
delivery. Air freight can be an
effective choice for high-value or
time-sensitive shipments.
AIR FREIGHT
16. Ocean freight: This is a cost-effective
option for transporting large volumes of
goods internationally. Ocean freight costs
are based on the weight and size of the
shipment, the distance between ports, and
any additional services requested, such as
customs clearance or insurance. However,
ocean freight is slower than air freight and
may not be suitable for time-sensitive
shipments.
OCEAN FREIGHT
17. EXPRESS SHIPPING
Express shipping: Express shipping
options, such as DHL, UPS, and
FedEx, offer fast delivery times and
reliable tracking, but they can be
expensive. The cost of express
shipping is determined by the weight
and size of the shipment, the
destination, and the speed of
delivery. Express shipping may be a
good choice for urgent shipments or
high-value items.
18. : Freight forwarding companies can
provide a range of shipping
alternatives, including air, ocean, and
ground shipping, as well as customs
clearance and logistics services. The
cost of freight forwarding depends on
the services requested, the origin and
destination of the shipment, and the
size and weight of the shipment.
FREIGHT FORWARDING
19. IN SUMMARY, THE COST OF SHIPPING
ALTERNATIVES CAN VARY WIDELY
DEPENDING ON THE SIZE, WEIGHT,
DESTINATION, AND SPEED OF THE
SHIPMENT, AS WELL AS ANY ADDITIONAL
SERVICES REQUESTED. BUSINESSES AND
INDIVIDUALS SHOULD CAREFULLY
CONSIDER THEIR OPTIONS AND CHOOSE
THE SHIPPING ALTERNATIVE THAT BEST
MEETS THEIR NEEDS AND BUDGET.
20. Calculating the ratio of the number of
trips to blocks of storage area needed
is an important aspect of warehouse
storage management. This ratio can
help businesses optimize their storage
space and reduce the time and cost
associated with frequent trips to
retrieve or restock inventory.
21. To calculate the ratio of the number of trips to blocks
of storage area needed, you can follow these steps:
1. Determine the total amount of inventory that needs
to be stored in the warehouse.
2. Calculate the average size of each storage block or
unit. For example, if you are using pallet racking
systems, you may have a standard pallet size of 48
inches by 40 inches.
22. 3. Di vi de the total amount of i nventory by the average si ze
of each storage bl ock or uni t to determi ne the number of
storage bl ocks or uni ts needed.
4. Determi ne the maxi mum number of storage bl ocks or
uni ts that can be stored i n each ai sl e or secti on of the
warehouse, based on the avai l abl e space and the type of
storage system bei ng used.
5. Di vi de the total number of storage bl ocks or uni ts needed
by the maxi mum number of storage bl ocks or uni ts that can
be stored i n each ai sl e or secti on to determi ne the total
number of ai sl es or secti ons needed.
23. 6. Ca lcula t e t h e ra t io of t h e numb e r of t rip s t o t h e
numb e r of st ora g e b locks or unit s ne e de d b y
dividing t h e t ot a l numb e r of t rip s re q uire d t o
re t rie ve or re st ock inv e nt ory b y t h e t ot a l numb e r
of s t ora g e b locks or unit s ne e de d.
F or e x a mp le , le t ' s sa y you h a v e a wa re h ouse wit h
10, 000 unit s of inve nt ory t h a t ne e d t o b e st ore d.
You a re using p a lle t ra cking s yst e ms wit h a
st a nda rd p a lle t siz e of 48 inch e s b y 40 inch e s.
E a ch a isle of t h e wa re h ouse ca n a ccommoda t e up
t o 20 p a lle t s.
24. Usi ng these numbers, you woul d need 250 pal l et storage bl ocks (10, 000
uni ts / 40 uni ts per pal l et) and 13 ai sl es (250 pal l et storage bl ocks / 20
pal l ets per ai sl e). If each pal l et i s accessed an average of 5 ti mes per
year, you woul d need to make a total of 1, 250 tri ps (5 tri ps per pal l et x
250 pal l et storage bl ocks) to retri eve or restock i nventory. Therefore,
the rati o of the number of tri ps to bl ocks of storage area needed woul d
be 5 tri ps per pal l et storage bl ock.
By cal cul ati ng thi s rati o, you can i denti fy opportuni ti es to opti mi ze your
warehouse storage space and reduce the number of tri ps requi red to
retri eve or restock i nventory, i mprovi ng effi ci ency and reduci ng costs.
