In warehouse management, there are some universal principles for storing goods that can help us manage the warehouse more easily, avoiding problems such as warehouse chaos, crowded passages, and disorderly placement of goods

Let's take a look at the principles of goods storage together!

1、 Channel oriented principle

In order to facilitate the entry and exit of items and facilitate their movement within the warehouse, the basic requirement is to store the items facing the aisle.

2、 First in, first out principle

The goods received earlier in time are displayed in front of the goods received later, ensuring that the products with earlier production dates are sold first. It refers to the method of calculating the cost of issuing inventory based on the principle of first in, first out, using the unit price of the first in inventory for the issued inventory.

3、 Fixed principle of goods category

Store goods of the same variety in the same place as much as possible. Placing the same or similar items in the same location for storage can improve operational and storage efficiency. It can also increase employees' familiarity with the placement of items in the warehouse, reduce inventory time, and place similar items in nearby locations, which is an important method to improve efficiency.

4、 The principle of top light and bottom heavy

Arrange the storage location based on the weight of the item. When arranging placement, of course, heavy items should be placed at the bottom and light items should be placed at the top of the shelves. Large items that require manual handling are based on the height of the monkey's waist. This is an important principle for improving efficiency and ensuring safety.

5、 Principle of easy access and easy placement

Select the location based on the frequency of outbound shipments. Items with high frequency of shipment and purchase should be placed near the entrance and exit, in a location that is easy to operate; Items with poor liquidity should be placed slightly away from the entrance and exit; Seasonal items are selected for placement based on their seasonal characteristics.

6、 Special handling principle

Some goods have different shapes from others and occupy space when placed together, so the storage method needs to be arranged according to the shape during storage. It is also important to store items based on their shape, such as standardized products that should be stored on pallets or shelves.

7、 Principle of maintaining the original state

The storage of goods requires responsibility for the goods, so it is important to maintain the goods in their original state before entering the warehouse to minimize damage.

8、 Safety principle

The safe storage of warehouse items is very important, including fire prevention, theft prevention, and pest control. The stacking requirements are as follows:

1. Clearly indicate the storage location and passage;

2. Do not obstruct the passage and entrance/exit;

3. The material stacking must be stable;

4. Reduce unnecessary handling;

5. Do not obstruct the emergency use of fire-fighting equipment;

6. Do not block electrical switches and emergency equipment;

7. Do not rely on walls or structural pillars for stacking;

8. Flammable and explosive materials must be stored separately.