Locating Stock Reviews

Freedom to Use Space: Allows complete freedom to use all available space within the warehouse.

Low Paperwork: Requires very little paperwork and data entry.

Simple Operation: Easy to understand and operate, especially for small warehouses with limited SKUs.

Easy to Understand: Locations do not change, reducing the learning curve for new personnel.

Sequential Storage: Items can be stored in sequential order, facilitating FIFO control and better control over lots.

Suitable for Characteristics: Products can be placed in locations suitable to their weight, size, hazardous nature, and other characteristics.

Flexibility: Allows for the flexibility to move or add items to a particular zone or add new zones entirely.

Segregation: Provides segregation of items, such as keeping frozen goods in the freezer and canned goods in dry storage.

Maximization of Space: Provides the greatest use for space as an item can be placed wherever there is room.

Flexibility and Control: Combines the flexibility of the memory system with the control of the fixed or zoning system.

Accuracy Dependent on Staff: Only as accurate as the memory of the warehouse staff. If staff forgets, the system breaks down, leading to inaccurate counts and potential supply chain issues.

Unused Space: Leads to a greater amount of unused space within the facility.

Difficult to Add Locations: Adding new locations or subgroups can be challenging if items are stored sequentially.

Honeycombing: Contributes to honeycombing and underused space within the warehouse.

Constant Updating: Requires constant updating of information to obtain the accuracy required to run this type of system.

Software Requirement: A sophisticated computer system and software solution with bar codes and scanners are almost a requirement to implement a random locator system.