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Inspection of warehouse racks – check the technical condition of racks before the end of the year

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Safe warehouse management reduces losses resulting from damage to goods, and at the same time improves the comfort of employees’ duties. For this reason, it is worth considering an inspection of the storage racks before the end of the year. Why is rack inspection not only a legal obligation, but also an important service affecting the warehouse economy?

What can the inspection show?

The expert inspection of the racks shows the entrepreneur whether it does not violate the load capacity of the structure beyond the manufacturer’s indications and whether the warehouse has properly marked paths for forklifts and employees. If the rack load is regularly exceeded, the equipment may be damaged or some elements may collapse – damaged racks pose a real threat to employees.

How to organize reviews?

The warehouse owner should appoint an employee responsible for the ongoing control of the storage systems. Mandatory inspections of warehouse racks are carried out once every 12 months, although it is worth making a detailed inspection more often, for instance once every six months.

Summary of the advantages of expert rack inspections

elimination of downtime caused by damage to warehouse systems,

complementing the legal standards for warehouse management,

reduction of losses resulting from damage to goods,

greater staff safety.

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Picking orders in the warehouse – how to improve it?

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Picking orders in the warehouse directly affects customer satisfaction. How to improve this process and eliminate mistakes?

Computerization and automation of the warehouse means fewer errors in all processes

The basic tool is the WMS system that collects and analyzes data in real time. Most of the WMS systems available on the market are connected with other applications, which enables the automation of order picking right after the notification is displayed in the panel. The software collects statistics that show the frequency of certain orders over time. This is an important tip for the warehouse owner, as some products can be stored close to each other and thus fulfill orders faster. The entire process is also helped by spacious storage racks with appropriately designated communication paths.

It is not about improving just one process, but all of them

Manual picking in warehouses is replaced by an automated approach, which is much cheaper in the long term, because it does not depend on the constantly rising costs of employment. Automation also excludes errors resulting from routine or periodic performance drops. The picking of orders in the warehouse is actually influenced by all processes, the distribution of storage, communication paths, and the tools used.

Smaller warehouses should put some emphasis on control

When executing smaller orders, the uniform numbering of goods and cooperation between the packing, storage and picking departments prove to be effective. Each employee can control the work of a co-worker and to a large extent reduce errors in the execution of the order for the client. All shipments should go through a control panel or similar.

At the end

Properly selected warehouse racks, an accurate WMS system and control during order fulfillment are the most important tools to increase the efficiency of business.

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The greatest difficulties of warehouses in Poland

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The warehouse market is growing and developers have announced the construction of over 3 million sq m. new storage space for various assortment groups in the coming year. Even international corporations focus on warehouses that are the most neighboring with their recipients. In Poland, the demand for warehouses exceeds the supply, which is a certain optimization problem.

How to fight with limited space in the warehouse?

The greatest difficulty in running warehouses in Poland is the struggle with limited space. The solution to the problem is usually warehouse mezzanines and the expansion of the vertical space, without the need for general renovation of the entire building. Warehouse platforms with an elevator and stairs that can withstand heavy loads are an opportunity to increase the efficiency of warehouse management.

Investments in the warehouse market dominated by the largest corporations

Investments in the warehouse market have been dominated in the last year by large concerns and the logistics, trade and e-commerce sectors. Currently, warehouses are under pressure to partially break the supply chains, and renting storage space costs a lot in the largest agglomerations.

Increase in labor costs and changes in consumer habits

Big problems concern the increase in labor costs in warehouses. The tax wedge on the employment contract and the mandate contract is approaching the average, or even European leaders. The closing of the economy also partially changed the habits of consumers. The warehouses also handle complaints, returns and must use damaged or expired products in such a way as not to disturb the efficiency of the core business. Investments in computerization and process automation solve most of the difficulties.

At the end

The warehouse market is ruled by the largest corporations, and operating close to consumers becomes the main factor of success. More and more investments involve the use of storage platforms that enable vertical, not only horizontal, development. It is a convenient solution that more and more entities are choosing.

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WMS system – improved flexibility and measurable benefits for the warehouse

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WMS system, i.e. improved flexibility and measurable benefits for the warehouse

WMS is a system designed for effective management of the receipt, storage and issuing of goods. Automated and software-controlled movement of products in the warehouse translates into higher profits.

What problems does the WMS system solve for entrepreneurs in warehouse management?

First of all, it significantly reduces the occurrence of human error when creating labels, receiving products, and settlements. The system shows the moment of receipt and movement of goods. The software detects space blockages and improves warehouse space consumption. Managers appreciate WMS for its reporting function in terms of key performance factors.

Choice of warehouse management software

The WMS system is not universal, but rather created for the needs of a specific company. Consultants related to the implementation of software for warehouse management first analyze the main needs and then propose personalized solutions, which allows you to gain a competitive advantage without incurring unnecessary costs. The entrepreneur decides to expand the software as the business grows.

Full integration with various business applications

The app updates in real time and integrates seamlessly with customer relationship management software, but more. Most WMS systems allow you to receive e-mails directly, make current settlements, and plan tasks. The WMS system is best suited to managing the flow of goods both in a production plant and in a warehouse.

Automation protects the image

Errors in completing orders mean not only financial losses, but even image losses when conducting sales on a more mass scale.

WMS makes it easier to accept and search for goods under the order, but it is also suitable for reporting and quick planning of tasks. Computerization of the warehouse frees up many resources of the company, including the time previously devoted to purely administrative matters.