MODULE 7 Warehouse Processes from Replenishment to Dispatch and Beyond Flashcards
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Replenishment is the activity of transferring goods from reserve stock (or sometimes directly from goods-in) to the picking face.
True
It is not important to design the replenishment task because it is not effective but also interfere with the picking task
False
It is important to design the replenishment task not only so that it is effective but also so that it does not interfere with the picking task,
Replenishment is often triggered when the pick face only has a certain quantity of goods left.
True
A similar layout is possible using ground-level pallet-live storage.
True
Undertaking the replenishment and picking tasks at different times of day
True
Having multiple locations for fast-moving goods
replenishers and pickers are not operating at the same pick slot.
True
Having multiple locations for fast-moving goods
replenishers and pickers are not operating at the same pick slot.
True
It should always be remembered that successful order picking is dependent on an effective
replenishment operation.
True
Many warehouses have introduced areas where value-adding services can be carried out
True
Postponement can be described as a delay in the completion of an item until an actual order is received from a customer
True
Postponement not only saves time but reduces inventory holding by reducing the total number of SKUs held in stock.
True
Value-adding services don’t include returns processing and a repair service
False
Value-adding services can also include returns processing and a repair service
Indirect activities are activities that occur in warehouses and are crucial to the efficient operation of the warehouse
True
Warehouse managers are in a position to advise their inventory colleagues on levels of safety stock and the specific movements and characteristics of particular stock items.
True
Majority of warehouse managers are not involved directly in the choice, purchase and replenishment of stock,
True
A warehouse manager can extend the normal classification to include non moving and obsolete stock together with identifying stock
True
Stock Classification “A” is for Medium Moving Items
False
Fast Moving Item’s
Stock Classification “B” is for Medium Moving Items
True
Stock Classification “C1” is for Slow Moving Items
True
Stock Classification “C2” is for Very Slow Moving but required for Cover
True
The percentages will not vary significantly by company and by market sector
False
The percentages will vary significantly by company and by market sector
Maintenance stores are likely to have a high proportion of their stock in the A to X categories
False
Maintenance stores are likely to have a high proportion of their stock in the C to X categories
All warehouses are not obligated to undertake some form of stock count
False
All warehouses are obligated to undertake some form of stock count
It doesn’t depends on the law of the country and accounting requirements as to how frequent and comprehensive the count is.
False
It depends on the law of the country and accounting requirements as to how frequent and comprehensive the count is.
A full stock count is not usually necessitates the closure of the warehouse for a period of time when all inbound and outbound movements are suspended.
False
A full stock count usually necessitates the closure of the warehouse for a period of time when all inbound and outbound movements are suspended.
A significant drawback of a single annual count is the difficulty in reconciling the discrepancy
True
The count is normally carried out at the company’s year-end
True
auditors don’t agreed in some cases that if each stock line is counted and audited at least once per annum that will be sufficient for their needs.
False
auditors have agreed in some cases that if each stock line is counted and audited at least once per annum that will be sufficient for their needs.
Providing the cycle counts are considered to be accurate, the year-end stock figures will be taken from the WMS.
True
Security of product within the warehouse is not paramount
False
Security of product within the warehouse is paramount
The warehouse manager is somewhat not responsible for the integrity of all the products under his or her care, whether they are owned or stored on behalf of other companies as a third party contractor.
False
The warehouse manager is responsible for the integrity of all the products under his or her care, whether they are owned or stored on behalf of other companies as a third party contractor.
Security can’t be achieved through good housekeeping only
False
Security can be achieved through good housekeeping
Poor security costs companies in lost inventory, higher insurance premiums and personnel turnover.
True
Security systems tend to be designed to protect your facility from people breaking in – but many thefts are perpetrated from within.
True
Not only is product security important but also the protection of data.
True
Protecting data from being stolen or copied is also paramount
True
Returns processing, or reverse logistics as it has become known, involves the handling of product returns, transit packaging and surplus items
True
The processing of returns has gained increasing importance in the warehouse over the past few years.
True
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive came into force in January 2007 in the EU. Its aim is to both reduce the amount of electrical and electronic equipment being produced and to encourage everyone to reuse, recycle and recover.
True
The increase in e-retailing has also seen a significant increase in the level of returns into the warehouse.
True
Product recalls are also a significant area, needing to be handled carefully.
True
Return Processing Warehouse is a type of warehouse needs to be set up very differently from a stockholding facility.
True
The idea behind returns processing is to either return stock into the supply chain as quickly as possible in whatever format
True
Returned items shouldn’t remain in the facility for too long this needs to be carefully planned to avoid cross contamination
True
Reverse logistics has gained momentum recently and has gone from being driven by environmental concern to becoming a corporate cost-reduction programme.
True
According to Stock/WERC (2004) ‘the keys to any successful product returns program are having the right combination of people, policies, procedures and priorities’.
True
The order cycle time or lead time from order receipt to despatch is continually shortening and there is increased pressure on the warehouse manager to coordinate all activities to ensure that product is despatched on time and complete.
True
Packing – pieces/items/eaches ,This reduces the number of touch points in the warehouse but does take the operator away from the prime task of picking.
True
Full carton despatch is somewhat easier to manage
True
Velcro has introduced pallet straps to secure cargo
True
The use of returnable packaging is also growing under environmental pressure
True
The efficient loading of containers and trailers is crucial in today’s environment of rising fuel prices.
True
Efficient loading of vehicles and containers begins with the initial packaging of the products.
True
Pallet loads need to be configured to ensure that product damage is minimized
True
This sophisticated software optimization not only takes into account the cube of the products but also their load bearing strength and location within the container.
True
Many operations are now taking orders late into the evening and despatching that same night for next-day delivery.
True
Collecting vehicles should be assigned a bay closest to where the orders have been accumulated
True
Many companies have grids marked out on the warehouse floor at the despatch area to replicate the floor area of the largest vehicle.
True
Companies with sufficient yard space and available trailers can load product directly into them and park them up, awaiting collection.
True
The trailer should also be checked to ensure that it is fit for purpose
True
A tyre manufacturer recognized a number of advantages after introducing three telescopic booms into the operation. These conveyors can also be moved sideways to cover a number of dock doors.
True
ROI and payback can be significant in terms of labour saving, increased accuracy and less damage.
True
Finally, despatch documentation and labelling needs to be completed to ensure compliance with customer requirements and government legislation
True
Different countries will have same requirements and these will also differ if shipments are within country or for export.
False
Different countries will have different requirements and these will also differ if shipments are within country or for export.
Any errors in the export paperwork can result in non-shipment, seizure,
fines or delays.
True
When shipping hazardous material it is essential that products are labelled
accurately and have the correct documentation.
True
