This book provides a comprehensive introduction to warehousing and logistics, covering concepts, history, types, and operations of warehouses. It explains warehouse management systems (WMS), shipping, freight forwarding, cargo handling, and distribution processes. Key topics include inventory control, forecasting, safety practices, and modern techniques like Just-in-Time (JIT) and Material Requirement Planning (MRP).
The book also explores vendor evaluation, contracts, transportation cost, and warehouse automation with ERP integration. Practical insights into optimization and real-world challenges are included. Written in an easy-to-read style, each chapter features summaries, keywords, questions, and illustrations, making it an ideal resource for students and professionals in logistics and supply chain management.
Chapter 1.Introduction to Warehouse
Chapter 2.Types of Warehouses
Chapter 3.Warehouse Organization Chart
Chapter 4.Function and Benefits of the Warehouse
Chapter 5.Warehouse Management System
Chapter 6.Process Involved in the Shipment of Goods
Chapter 7.Procedure for Arranging Freight
Chapter 8.Putaways of Goods
Chapter 9.Safety Rules in A Warehouse
Chapter 10.Cargo Procedure
Chapter 11.Familiarizations with Warehouse Companies
Chapter 12.5S Concepts
Chapter 13.Inventory Control and Basic Models of Inventory
Chapter 14.Forecasting
Chapter 15.Operational Inventory Systems
Chapter 16.Probabilistic Models of Inventory Control for Perishable Items
Chapter 17.Selective Inventory Control Techniques
Chapter 18.Multiple Item Models of Inventory
Chapter 19.Material Requirement Planning (MRP)
Chapter 20.Just-In-Time Manufacturing
Chapter 21.Vendor Evaluation
Chapter 22. Contracts
Chapter 23.Factors Affecting Distribution Process
Chapter 24.Cost Effectiveness of Transportaion
Chapter 25.Warehouse Automation and Optimization
Chapter 26.ERP used in WMS
Chapter 27.Career Opportunities in Logistics