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Maximizing Warehouse Space:
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July 14 - 15, 2008 / Indianapolis, IN
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The layout of your facility drives daily decisions about product location, picking paths and methods, flow-through, putaway, receiving and shipping. You can't move columns or dock doors, so what can you do to get the balance of productivity and throughput that will best serve your customer needs?
Attend this seminar to learn key rules of thumb that will help you to maximize the space in your warehouse and improve productivity. |
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What You Will Learn |
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| This interactive seminar puts you in the driver's seat when, on day one you examine all of the elements for planning space. Then on day two, you work with a group to redesign a fictional distribution center using the techniques and tools from day one. You'll learn: |
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Tips for analyzing and quantifying your current operation
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The benefits of taking an "inside out" view of your warehouse
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How to evaluate types of storage modules, lift trucks, material handling equipment, conveyors, picking methods and work flows
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The most common warehouse layout and design mistakes
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Calculating payback and ROI of alternative designs and technologies
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How to achieve the best layout for your facility – and reduce costs in the process!
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Key factors to consider when redesigning your facility
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Successful implementation tips and techniques | |
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Who Should Attend? |
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Warehouse managers and supervisors
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Anyone building a new DC or redesigning an existing one
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Engineers, Realtors
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Anyone responsible for warehouse productivity
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Those managing or coping with operational change | |
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About the Presenters |
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Edwin ("ED") Kayser, is an independent contractor who has worked with TranSystems | Gross & Associates for many years. His 30-year career in warehousing operations and supply chain management focuses on distribution center design, layout and work process efficiency. Ed's background also includes insightful perspectives on corporate merger initiatives to consolidate logistics organizations and diverse business cultures. |
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M. Geoffrey Sisko, is assistant vice president of TranSystems | Gross & Associates. With over 25 years of experience in manufacturing, planning, domestic and international distribution, construction management and general management, he brings a unique perspective to this seminar. | | |
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Accommodations |
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Hyatt Regency - Indianapolis
One S. Capitol Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Reservations/Hotel Phone: 800-233-1234
Group Rate: $159.00
Hotel Cut-off: June 18th, 2008
The cutoff date for the reservations at the discounted rate of $159 is June 18, 2008. A limited number of guest rooms have been reserved, and are assigned based on availability (first-come, first-served). Please be aware that the room block may be filled prior to June 18, 2008; in such case neither the group rate nor guest room availability can be guaranteed. | | |
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Seminar Pricing |
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WERC Members: $799 |
Non-Members: $899 |
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Registration fee includes continental breakfast and lunch each day, as well as all seminar materials.
Participation in the full program is required to receive the certificate of completion anf 1.2 CEU's for this program. | | |
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Cancellations/Changes |
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Refund less $75.00 will be given for cancellations received in writing by June 30, 2008.
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For cancellations received between June 30, 2008 and July 7, 2008, a credit less $125.00, redeemable toward another WERC seminar, will be issued. This credit is valid for one year. No refund or credit will be issued after July 7, 2008.
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Substitutions can be made for a service fee of $50.00 per substitution. Please note, if the transfer is made from a WERC member to a non-member, you will be charged the difference.
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All cancellations and requests for substitutions must be submitted in writing. | |
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