Course Methodology
This course uses a mixture of interactive learning tools such as videos, questionnaires, case studies, team exercises, individual exercises and group discussions.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Explain the challenges, objectives and functions of warehousing
Perform ABC inventory classification and cycle counting and calculate record accuracy and discrepancies
Describe the different types of storage and material handling systems
Improve supervisory skills and deal more effectively with warehouse staff issues
Develop better skills for housekeeping and safety within the warehouse
Measure warehouse productivity using the right Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and conduct a scientific audit of the warehouse
Target Audience
Those involved in warehousing (store) activities, both at the operational and supervisory levels. The course is also appropriate for anyone interested to know more about the interaction between warehousing and other materials management functions (purchasing, inventory control and distribution).
Target Competencies
Warehouse operations
Customer service
Record accuracy
Staff relations
Safety management
Warehouse auditing
Course Outline
Introduction to warehousing management
The modern warehouse
The warehousing cycle
Problems and challenges in warehousing
Warehousing and inventory costs
Customer service in warehousing
Inventory classification and record accuracy
The ABC classification
Uses of the ABC classification
Inventory record accuracy
Reasons for poor accuracy
Periodic and cycle counting
Systems and methodology of counting
Knowing what is inside the warehouse
Knowing how much is inside the warehouse
Storage and material handling systems
Size and shape of the warehouse
Storage utilization and organization
Types of storage systems
Fixed versus random location
Material handling equipment
Material handling equipment checklist
Improving the receiving/issuing material operations
Dealing with staff related warehousing issues
Staff management issues
Corrective guidance techniques
Qualities of a good warehouse employee
Motivation of warehouse employees
Safety in the warehouse
Identifying safety hazards
Unsafe acts and conditions
Causes of damage
Planning for safety
Productivity and audit of a warehouse
Causes of lost time
Warehousing key performance indicators
Objectives of the warehouse audit
Components of the audit
Steps to follow before, during and after the audit
INFORMATECH is the region’s leading provider of in-house custom-designed courses. We have been tailoring in-house solutions for our clients aimed at helping them achieve short term training wins or long term strategic requirements. In addition to being significantly cost effective, these courses are constantly in demand because they:
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If you did not find the appropriate date or venue suitable for you, or you would like to join the course online, you can request a custom course from the link below.
We offer group and corporate discounts on many courses. These discounts are available for clients who want to maximize their return on investment.
We offer individual discounts on many courses for people who are self-sponsored and make their payment in full and upfront at the time of registration.
Nominations to our public courses are to be processed by the client’s HR/Training department except for self-nominations which are to be paid in advance using the “payment by self” option on the online registration form. A refund will be issued back to the client in the event of course cancellation or seat unavailability. Registration confirmation is subject to INFORMATECH's review of registration request and seat availability.
Clients are responsible for any type of tax levied in their country.
If you are interested in having a course custom-designed for your organization, please submit a request using the link below. Once we receive your duly completed request, one of our business development professionals or consultants will get in touch with you to understand your requirements with more detail and answer any relevant questions you may have. After all pertinent information has been exchanged, we will work on the custom-designed request and send you the proposal you require and work with you to identify the ideal period and place for delivering the custom-designed solution.