If you are currently in the throes of preparing for a full warehouse installation, it can feel quite intimidating to begin the process for a successful install. There are many things you need to consider other than just simply placing your items on a rack and getting operations on the go. You need to work on your full warehouse organization through many little things to big things, such as industrial pallet racks to hooks, ensuring none go unnoticed or unaccounted for.
In the long run, going step by step is going to save you a lot of time and money, and they don’t need to be expensive to implement either. When preparing your warehouse space for a pallet racking system, there are important steps to undertake.
Layout
Each aspect of your warehouse needs to be analysed to access the effectiveness of each part and as a whole to detect where your problems will lie. The first step in designing your installation is always going to come down to devising your layout.
Over time your layout will no doubt come into contact with disorganization in the form of new efficiency issues and safety risks. By overlooking how your everyday operations are mapped out in each area, you can strategically reorganize to make space improvements and make the most out of your warehouse storage equipment.
In undertaking this step, you can make the most of available space, reduce goods handling and provide much more access that is clear, as well as be able to control the amount of stock being held.
Manage Stock
One of the biggest planning you can do is to practice inventory management which goes a long way towards preventing real problems. By checking that you hold the correct amount of stock at all times, you ensure that your system not only has the appropriate capacity but also saves you on ordering excess stock.
You can also utilise inventory management software that provides real-time analysis of stock sitting around your warehouse. This goes a long way towards reducing any overstocking or under-ordering and gives a more accurate level of stock held.
Choose a Recommended System
A system that is easy on the budget is not necessarily a wise investment. One size does not necessarily fit all, and various forms of pallet racking may be better suited upon conversing with a professional.
Delving into your intended stock of either large, bulkier items or those that require forklift operation, in comparison to smaller box items that could probably be stored on more commercial shelving is a big difference maker not just on operations, but also on your budget.
For all storage racks, industrial pallet racks, and enquiries, contact the team at Monarch Shelving today.
