Publisher's Synopsis
Modern warehouses are capitalizing on cutting-edge technologies to maximize their role in the wider supply chain. Understand how to successfully manage these warehouses with this bestselling guide. The fifth edition of Warehouse Management is fully updated to include up to date information across the board. The latest technologies in warehousing, such as robotics and automation are explained. This new edition also explores emerging technologies, like AI and IoT, and how they are shaping new warehouse management systems There are new case studies from companies who have achieved improvements and cost savings through the introduction of new technology and equipment, leaner processes and environmental initiatives. Warehouse Management guides the reader through all aspects of successfully managing a warehouse, its operations and distribution. This bestselling book covers an extensive range of key topics from defining the modern warehouse, detailing management processes, strategies and practices to outlining how to tackle environmental challenges to ensure a sustainable supply chain. With practical insights and real-world case studies into how to improve operating costs, this is a must read for optimizing warehouse performance. Online resources include PowerPoint slides and a bonus chapter on outsourcing.
