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Did you just start a company that’s now rapidly growing? If you’re looking to expand to a warehouse, there are a couple of components you need to know of. In this blog, we’ll give you five of these. Get inspired! 1. Order picking systemIf you’re working with a small product range, it’s easy to handpick your orders. Once your company is growing, this will get harder and harder, especially when you move into a warehouse. Having an order picking system, creates an easy overview, especially if you make sure you use automation for this. This means once an order is placed, this automatically will be picked and shipped. Perfect, right? 2. Storage systemSomething that helps a lot with having a well-functioning order picking system, is an uncluttered storage system. This can be created in several ways: we recommend using mezzanine floors. These floors give you the possibility to redesign your warehouse every once in a while, which is especially useful if you’re rapidly growing. In your storage system, you can create a system with barcodes, which help with keeping products in stock, as well with order picking. 3. TransportYour company doesn’t have to do everything themselves. For example, the shipping is something that a specialist is better off doing. This doesn’t mean you don’t have a say in this process at all: picking the right courier can make an incredible difference in your workflow. Whether you pick DHL, GLS or any other shipping system, make sure that the two of you have a clear communication. 4. OverviewA lot of things happen in a warehouse. Many processes are going through each other all at once. Having one or multiple people in your warehouse with an overview on what’s happening in a certain department, can be the key to success. Make sure that there’s a clear communication between these people and you, so that you all know what’s happening in what area. This means more flexibility to solve problems and more understanding for when things do go wrong. 5. Sound systemLet’s finish this list with something less work-related: you do want to be able to enjoy some music while working. Work in a warehouse can be very repetitive at times; music can be exactly the push in the back that’s needed to make it fun again. Let’s get started!Now that you know what you need in your warehouse, there’s nothing holding you back. Good luck!
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Frequently asked questions
What is an order picking system and why do I need it?▼
An order picking system automates the process of selecting and shipping orders from your warehouse. As your company grows, manual picking becomes inefficient. Automation ensures orders are picked and shipped quickly and accurately.
Why are mezzanine floors recommended for warehouse storage?▼
Mezzanine floors provide flexibility to redesign your warehouse layout as your business grows. They optimize vertical space and allow you to maintain an organized storage system with barcode tracking for efficient inventory management.
Should I handle shipping myself or outsource it?▼
Outsourcing shipping to specialists like DHL or GLS is recommended. However, you should maintain clear communication with your courier to ensure they align with your workflow and customer expectations.
How important is having warehouse oversight and communication?▼
Having designated people with department overview is crucial for warehouse success. Clear communication between team members and management increases flexibility to solve problems and improves overall understanding of operations.
Does a sound system really matter in a warehouse?▼
Yes, music can significantly improve employee morale and motivation. Warehouse work is often repetitive, and music provides an essential boost to keep staff engaged and maintain productivity throughout the day.