- Ideals of an organization must start at the top. Make accuracy one of the ideal attributes for the company. Maintaining accurate records is mandatory in order to run a successful warehouse.
- There are many areas in the warehouse to improve efficiency. Establish checklists for integral processes. In addition, have employees and managers work together to double check that procedures are done properly.
- Employee training is extremely important. Even seasoned employees need additional training or refresher courses to keep their minds sharp. New employees should be paired with those with experience for a few months. This will expedite the a new employee's learning of their job and strengthen potential managerial skills of older employees.
- Establish standards for your warehouse. Standards set the pace for production and let employees know what is expected from their performance.
- Each employee needs to be accountable for their work. Many warehouses have checklists that must be signed by employees ensuring that work and proper safety precautions was performed. Documentation makes it easier to track employee progress and to use as a basis for promotions or terminations.
- All decisions and procedures should be reevaluated on a monthly basis. Some theories do not materialize well. It is necessary to examine what systems work best in each particular warehouse.
Sources
Inventory Management Talk
US Small Business Administration
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