Waste Not, Want Not: Audit Warehouse Operations For Inefficiencies

You can never be too busy to review how warehouses are laid out and how employees move around the space. Awkward or repetitive movements by employees, oversized packages and disorganized layouts can slow down productivity and even lead to medical and disability claims. Small adjustments can make a big difference in your bottom line. Here are three steps toward more efficient warehouse management.

1. Know Your Cycle Time

Looking around the warehouse, you probably see a lot of people and products in motion. However, don't equate constant motion with efficiency. A closer inspection may reveal people and products waiting in queues due to blocked aisles, unavailable forklifts or computer glitches. You may even find some workers wandering aimlessly for misplaced or hard-to-find items.