Functions and Activities of Warehouse
Definition:
As we go along, the definition of warehouse is growing better according to our understanding:
“A place for receiving, storage, issuing and distribute raw materials and goods”
Basics Functions
—Receiving finished products, raw materials, components, attachments, spare parts, etc
—Storage and controls all the above items.
—Sorting and/or break bulk for distribution
—Issuing all the above item
Main Activities
—Control the entire warehouse area
—Control the qualities of goods stored in the warehouse
—Safety and security of warehouse
—Support services related to the basic functions of warehouse
—Clerical work that is related to the basic function of warehouse
Types of Items Stored
—Raw materials
—Components and attachments
—Packaging materials
—Spare parts
—Work in progress
—Finished goods
—Maintenance equipment
->range, value and complexity of items stored depends on the size and complexity of operations involved.
