The aim of this unit is to provide the skills necessary for optimal decision-making in relation to warehouse design and operation. Basic concepts of warehouse models and processes are covered. Decisions concerning design, tactical and operational aspects of warehousing are discussed and their flow-on effects are studied. Design decisions involve layout issues as well as storage and retrieval transport mechanisms. Tactical decisions involve allocation and products to space. Operational decisions are concerned with storage and retrieval planning as well as online assembly. Systems for total quality management to handle material flow are examined, and the interface between logistics and... -- Course Website
Prerequisites: 310296 (v.2)<br/> Supply Chain Modelling and Optimisation 201<br/> <br/> or any previous version<br/> <br/> <br/><br/> <br/> OR<br/><br/> <br/> 310317 (v.2)<br/> Supply Chain Modelling and Optimisation 501<br/> <br/> or any previous version
