Selecting the right storage system can reduce a company's investment in building and equipment while keeping operating costs low. This guide offers information and data to determine how best to combine the pallet, storage modules and equipment and how to calculate a comparative analysis to evaluate possible options.
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A Guide for Establishing Warehouse Job Descriptions was developed to help warehouse managers create or revise position descriptions. It contains descriptions for 34 positions that might be found in a typical warehouse or DC. A template to help you identify the various options for each position is part of the Guide. A summary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is included as an important appendix. Employers must be familiar with this legislation, particularly those provisions that may affect the drafting of position descriptions.
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Outlines research-based findings about motivation and retention techniques that those in the industry have found effective. It also outlines a strategic approach to creting a portfolio of techniques geared to your operations. Use these practical ideas to review your rewards and recognition program. PDF format
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A survey of WERC members plus a review of relevant literature, 16 years of internship experience and direct contacts with industry were used to establish a profile of what attributes a warehouse intern should have and an outline for typical warehouse/distribution internship experience.
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Read about the different kinds of benchmarking, why it’s important to benchmark, how to choose the right metrics, how to analyze your company’s performance, and techniques for communicating to get the results you need. 2nd Edition, 2010
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Based on the successful experiences of clients and vendors, this publication provides an analysis of contract warehousing so that its use, structure, application and operation can be better understood and implemented. 1993, 55 pages
This publication describes different applications and real-life experiences. It candidly points out possible drawbacks and difficulties as well as strengths and opportunities of crossdocking. It's the definitive text on cross docking. 2000, 176 pages ISBN 1-892663-18-X
Is in-house warehousing more cost effective than outsourcing? This model is designed to help you answer that question using an explanatory booklet, a cost-calculation form workbook, and a spreadsheet for performing cost comparisions. Available only as PDF 1991, 33 Pages
This publication offers 5 sections that explain common warehousing terms, concepts, processes and procedures. It is a training primer for new warehousing associates and an ideal way to get your front line associates up to speed quickly while allowing you to customize the program for your particular operations.
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The report discusses product returns activities—receipt, sort and stage, process return, analyze return, support operations—and includes sample process maps and a number of exhibits. The "make vs. buy" decision is examined, strategies and tactics are discussed, a number of metrics are suggested and equipment and personnel requirements are outlined. 2004, 66 pages ISBN 1-892663-35-X
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This Guide outlines the elements of a piece-pick system, explains equipment choices and possible picking methods and provides a step-by-step approach to determine the best option for your application. The Guide is rich with photos, illustrations, explanations, detailed pros and cons and pricing ranges.
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Outlines the security risks and challenges associated with warehousing and distribution operations. Spells out viable solutions from simple to complex, from common sense and low key to high tech. Available only as PDF