Warehouse design and layout

Warehouse layout follows the operation

Pallet positions alone do not describe the full capacity requirement. Inventory profiles, delivery peaks, replenishment frequency and picking and dispatch methods matter. We also account for buffer areas, returns and building constraints.

We start with product and flow data. We define requirements for current operations and agreed growth scenarios so that layout choices have clear assumptions.

What the concept covers

We develop functional layout options and compare their impact on throughput, labour requirements and investment. We check that equipment and systems fit together.

• Receiving, inspection, storage, picking, packing and dispatch zones.
• Inventory capacity, buffers and movement of goods and people.
• Racking, handling equipment and WMS requirements.
• Phased relocation or redesign and continuity of service.

What you receive

We provide a functional concept, capacity and throughput assumptions, and a comparison of options. We explain the relationship between investment, work organisation and possible operational growth.

We can support requests to racking, equipment, automation and system suppliers and assess their proposals. Specialist design documentation, structural requirements and fire protection must be agreed with the appropriate designers and specialists.