Warehouse Management Exam Prep

Comprehensive flashcards covering warehouse operations, functions, challenges, size factors, location analysis, and productivity measurement based on lecture notes.

What is the definition of Warehouse Operations?

Managing people, equipment, information and inventory involved in the movement and storage of goods.

How is the 'Movement of Goods' defined in a warehouse context?

Moving goods from one location to another within the warehouse or between the warehouse and transport.

What are the four key activities involved in Inbound Movement?

Receiving, Unloading, Sorting, and Inspection.

What occurs during the 'Inspection' phase of inbound movement?

Goods are checked for quantity, quality, damage, or whether they match the delivery documents.

What are the two main types of Internal Movement?

Put-away (moving received goods to assigned storage) and Replenishment (moving goods from reserve to picking areas).

What three activities comprise Outbound Movement?

Order picking, Packing, and Shipping.

What is the primary meaning of the 'Protection of Goods' function?

Protecting products from risks such as damage, theft, weather, contamination, and spoilage.

What questions does Inventory Management help a company answer?

How much stock do we have? What came in? What went out?

What are four examples of Value-Added Services in a warehouse?

Labelling, Packaging, Product assembly, and Quality checking.

How does a warehouse facilitate 'Price Stabilization'?

By storing goods when supply is high and releasing them when supply is low to reduce large price fluctuations.

What is 'Risk Bearing' in warehouse management?

The warehouse or company taking responsibility for risks like damage, theft, deterioration, and obsolescence.

What is the 'Inventory Errors' challenge?

When the recorded inventory (e.g., Computer says $100$) does not match the actual physical stock (e.g., warehouse has $80$).

How do Product Characteristics affect warehouse space?

Bulky and heavy products need more floor space and wider aisles, whereas small products can be stored more densely.

Why is handling equipment a factor in determining warehouse size?

Machines like forklifts and conveyors need enough aisle and maneuvering space to operate efficiently.

In location analysis, what is the 'Micro Perspective'?

Focusing on conditions at the specific warehouse site itself, asking if that particular place is suitable for operations.

What four factors of 'Site Condition' are mentioned under the Micro Perspective?

Topography, Soil quality, Drainage, and Parking space.

What does the 'Macro Perspective' evaluate in location analysis?

The wider surrounding region, such as connectivity to transport networks and the economic environment.

What regional conditions are considered part of the 'Economic Environment'?

Labour costs, regional stability, and the availability of skilled workers.

What are the five benefits of effective Warehouse Layout & Design?

Efficient use of space, smooth movement of goods, faster operations, improved safety, and increased productivity.

What five strategies can be used to improve Warehouse Productivity?

Optimize Warehouse Layout, Invest in Technology, Training, Standardize Processes, and Regular Maintenance.