How to optimize the layout of your warehouse?

Make use of ceiling height:

- Choose taller shelving units to store your goods, taking into account your warehouse structure, safety standards, and lifting restrictions.

- Consider a self-supporting structure if you're building a new center, allowing for efficient use of vertical space.

- Install mezzanines and walkways to increase storage capacity while ensuring easy access to goods, especially if you use the Man-to-Goods method.

Reduce aisle width or use high-density storage solutions:

- By reducing aisle width, you can use suitable handling equipment and automate certain processes to lower the risk of incidents.

- Explore high-density storage solutions, such as drive-in racking and Pallet Shuttle systems, or mobile pallet racking to optimize space.

Optimize your inventory management:

- Reassess your slotting method to ensure you're using the right criteria for your goods, and consider adopting a “random storage” strategy.

- Identify and eliminate obsolete inventory that increases your storage costs and limits your warehouse capacity.

By following these tips, you can optimize your warehouse layout without necessarily expanding your facilities. If you need an in-depth analysis of your center and personalized advice, don’t hesitate to contact our experts.