The Importance of Optimized Warehouse Design

When it comes to warehousing, most of the attention is directed to equipment, employee safety, and standard processes. While each of these elements are undeniably important for any warehouse, they often overshadow the foundational elements of design and layout. Since your design and layout is the foundation upon which you will install equipment and operate on each day, it has a significant effect on various elements of your warehouse. As leading providers of quality warehouse equipment and warehouse design services, the team at Commander Warehouse Equipment understands the importance of optimized warehouse design. That is why our team has compiled some information to help you understand how an optimized design can enhance various aspects of your operation.

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3 Elements of Your Warehouse that are Heavily Impacted by Design

The following elements of your warehouse and daily operations are heavily impacted by the design of your warehouse and should be considered when creating a final design:

1. Storage and Operating Space

A well-planned and comprehensive warehouse design can optimize the amount of storage space in your facility without compromising operating space. By utilizing modern racking systems, shelving products, and mezzanines in your design, you are maximizing the amount of space you have for products, materials, and supplies while ensuring that operators have unimpeded lanes for access to these items. While it can be difficult to account for every item in your warehouse, you should include all current inventory while planning for future growth when designing storage elements.

2. Employee Productivity

If employees constantly need to travel long distances to perform their duties, they will likely become fatigued and less productive. When creating a warehouse design, it is important to consider typical employee processes and how to create a layout that reduces the amount of labour required. This will help to maximize employee productivity while reducing fatigue, creating a better work environment for everyone involved. Your warehouse design should also consider how to keep your inventory organized and accurately labelled, as this will further enhance productivity by reducing picking times.

3. Employee Safety

A cluttered and inefficient warehouse is often more prone to accidents and other safety incidents than an organized facility. Your warehouse design will heavily impact employee safety and equipment safety by directing the flow of foot traffic and equipment pathways. If your design features numerous intersections, narrow aisles, or blind corners, this will drastically increase the risk of an accident. That is why it is important to create a design that allows for optimal visibility whenever possible.

To learn more about our warehouse design services or to inquire about our product solutions, get in touch with the team at Commander Warehouse Equipment. We can be reached through our online contact form and will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding our products or services.

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