Warehouse Layout Planning

What are the four main functions of a warehouse?

• Receiving

• Storing

• Ordering

• Shipping

What is one important decision in warehouse layout design?

• Location of receiving and shipping functions

• Type of storage system

• Size of the warehouse

• Number of employees

What are the advantages of centralizing receiving and shipping functions?

• Sharing personnel and equipment

• Reducing congestion

• Improving storage efficiency

• Increasing delivery speed

What are the benefits of decentralizing receiving and shipping functions?

• Reducing congestion at the dock area

• Minimizing confusion between incoming and outgoing loads

• Designing layout for material flow

• All of the above

What is the difference between centralized and decentralized delivery in storage facilities?

What is the nature of project layout in construction?

How does the layout of service facilities differ from project layout?

What is the importance of aesthetics in service facilities?

How is office layout typically organized?

What should be considered when determining the placement of personnel in an office building?

• The functions of each department

• The size of the office

• The color of the walls

• The number of employees