Influence of assortment allocation management in the warehouse on the human workload

Abstract

Activities related to allocation of goods in the warehouse are crucial for logistics. All operations with goods in the warehousing area are labour-intensive and time-consuming, which in turn generates warehousing costs. Despite the ongoing automation in this area, human labour is still applicable in many warehouses. This study includes researches on impact of the assortment allocation in the warehouse on the human factor (HR). It includes the analysis for research literature concerning the warehousing and picking influence on HR in its scope, as well as simulation of goods allocation in the warehousing area and discussion concerning the obtained results. The simulation is carried out with application of the swarm algorithm, and the results were subjected to the statistical analysis. Correlation of cost optimization and factors influencing the ergonomics of operation in the warehousing area is determined.

Innovative Solutions and Challenges for the Improvement of Storage Processes

“…Most authors [14,16,18,19,22,24] stress that warehousing plays an important role in modern supply chains and enterprises. Karim et al [16] note that expanding globalization, advances in the global economy, and evolving consumer orders have led to increased demand for logistics as well as warehousing services.…”

“…It is important to mention that supply chain management is becoming an important issue in many companies around the world. This includes the interests of suppliers around the world as well as a focus on the local and international consumer [18].…”

“…In the last few years, companies in many countries have faced high-cost pressures in industries leading to improvements in logistics processes, including warehousing, to reduce operating costs and satisfy demanding customers with fast delivery [18,25]. Warehouses perform important functions by increasing the efficiency of the logistics system and improving customer service [15], helping the company to improve the quality of services provided and achieving higher levels of customer satisfaction, while at the same time reducing storage costs [37].…”

“…Dujmešic, Bajor and Rožic [53], Kudelska and Pawłowski [18], Škerlič and Muha [21] Inefficiency and unproductivity of warehouse processes.…”

“…Caprili et al[47], Tsarpalis et al[48] Inefficient use of warehouse space. Use of appropriate functional equipment: racks, rack loaders.Dieu Ho et al[25], Kudelska and Niedbał[18], Škerlič et al[20], Zoubek et al[34] Kusrini et al[28], Olaku et al[30], Karim et al[16], Kudelska and Niedbał[19], Škerlič…”