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INTRODUCTION
In the swiftly transforming panorama of global commerce, efficient warehouse
management and streamlined inventory systems stand as the pillars of a thriving logistics
operation. The researchers recognize the multifaceted challenges of logistics companies
amidst the dynamic shifts in consumer demands. In response to this unyielding challenge, the
researchers have embarked on a meticulous exploration, delving into the intricate interplay
between warehouse layout design and advanced inventory management strategies within the
fabric of a logistics enterprise.
Within this research endeavor, titled "Optimizing Warehouse Layout and Inventory
Management System: An Assessment on a Logistics Company," the researchers are driven by
a profound understanding that optimizing warehouse layouts and refining inventory
management systems extend far beyond operational exigency; they constitute a strategic
imperative. This imperative significantly influences a company's ability to not only adapt but
to flourish in today's high-paced market, where adaptability and precision are paramount.
The researchers view this study as a transformative journey, an odyssey that aims to
transcend the conventional boundaries of warehouse practices. It is not merely an academic
endeavor but a profound exploration into the future of logistics. Within this scholarly
odyssey, the researchers are committed to unraveling how warehouse layouts, with their
spatial configurations and logistical nuances, harmonize with advanced inventory
management strategies. The aim is to decode the underlying principles that define operational
efficiency and customer satisfaction in the logistics landscape.
In the pursuit of innovative methodologies and cutting-edge technological
integrations, the researchers are poised to revolutionize conventional warehouse paradigms.
Their vision extends beyond optimization; it is a vision of a future where warehouses become
centers of innovation, agility, and unparalleled customer service. Through exhaustive
analysis, data-driven insights, and innovative thinking, the researchers are dedicated to
exploring uncharted territories. They intend not only to redefine warehouse practices within
the specific logistics company under study but also to contribute significantly to the broader
domain of logistics and supply chain management.
This research, spearheaded by the researchers, stands as a testament to their
commitment to advancing the field. Their ambition is not only to understand the dynamics of
warehouse layout and inventory management but also to innovate, offering transformative
solutions that resonate as industry best practices. As they meticulously navigate this complex
tapestry of logistics intricacies, the researchers are poised to pave the way for a future where
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efficiency, adaptability, and customer-centricity reign supreme in the realm of logistics and
supply chain operations.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
In today's rapidly expanding logistics landscape, companies face the formidable
challenge of optimizing their warehouse operations. Optimization holds the promise of
revolutionizing inventory management and warehouse layout, but the extent and implications
of this transformation remain unclear. Therefore, the problem this research seeks to address is
how warehouse layout and inventory management systems affect the productivity of a
logistics company. Specifically, it aims to answer the following questions:
1. What is the current efficiency level of the existing warehouse layout in the Logistics
Company under study?
2. What is the level of accuracy and reliability of the current inventory management
system in the Logicore Inc.?
3. What are the quantifiable benefits of optimizing warehouse layout and implementing
advanced inventory management systems on customer satisfaction and order
fulfillment speed?
RESEARCH OBJECTIVES
1. To know the current efficiency level of the existing Warehouse Layout in the
Logistics Company under study.
2. To identify the level of accuracy and reliability of the current Inventory Management
System in the Logicore Inc.
3. To determine the quantifiable benefits of optimizing warehouse layout and
implementing advanced inventory management systems on customer satisfaction and
order fulfillment speed?
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Models of warehouse optimization are devoted to the minimization of the total cost
for picking operations. Allocation of products is aimed at minimizing the picking distance.
Products with high demand should be allocated at slots closer to the output and input doors to
reduce the handling time. Picking time is proportionate to the withdrawal time in case
warehouses are characterized by rectangular shapes (Jarvis and McDowell, 1991). They
recommended the adoption of a storage policy based on allocating products in a stationary
position with the aim of minimizing the assumed picking time. Products with the highest
demand should be placed in the aisle to minimize the travel time.
Storage assignment policies are divided into three categories to fully optimize the
storage of warehouses: randomized, volume-based, and class-based (Petersen et al.)., 2004).
The randomized, or shared slot storage policy entails giving any vacant slot to a generic item
that needs it: this method guarantees minimization of needed slots, but its implementation
needs a system of good information that can document the shifting positions of products in
the warehouse (Petersen, 1999) Class-based and/or volume-based policies in the arrangement
of products are the simplest structures-storage schemes.
In volume-based storage systems, products are stored according to their demands or
their size near the Pick-up/Drop-off point (P/D). Locating high demand items near to the P/D
maximizes the picking efficiency (Shard and Gray et al., 1992). Van der Berg and Gademann
(2000) recommended the use of strategies connected to product classification based on the
demands of the consumers. They stated that efficient strategies for allocating products can
only be gained after a deep analysis of the incoming orders. In class-based storage, the
products are grouped and items of each class are placed within the same area of the
warehouse. Guenov and Raeside (1992) suggested the principle of ABC classification to
maximize the warehouse capacity, after they conducted an investigation into the effects of
zone shape in a class-based storage.
Inventory Management
Inventory management is the process of monitoring and controlling inventory levels
and ensuring adequate replenishment in order to meet customer demand, determining the
appropriate inventory level is crucial since inventory ties up money and affects performance
(Priniotakis & Argyropoulos, 2018). In their study, "Inventory Management Concepts and
Techniques," they discuss the interrelations between inventory management and how it can
affect the performance of a business. The result shows how important inventory management
is, and through knowing the right amount of inventory can increase business performance.
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Every business strives for optimal inventory (Dey and Seok, 2022). In their study
entitled, Inventory management pattern of steel industry, they stated that over-inventory and
under-inventory have a negative financial influence on the company's health and
effectiveness.
Also, in the study of the Role of Inventory Management on Competitive Advantage
among Manufacturing Firms in Kenya: A Case Study of Unga Group Limited, they stated
how important inventory control systems were for gaining a competitive edge; as a result,
businesses need to make sure that these systems are heavily involved in inventory
management tasks.
In the study of Mohopadkar & Patil, entitled Application of Inventory Management in the
Construction Industry, they stated that 60%-70% of the expenditures are for materials and an
organization's inventory management system is a key role in ensuring that projects are
completed on schedule, within budget, and within a given amount of time.
Thus in the study of Evaluation of the Role of Inventory Management in the Logistics
Chain of an Organisation, they stated that inventory management correlates with logistics
systems. Inventory management is necessary for logistics management to accomplish its
responsibilities, and an effective logistics system may improve the warehouse environment
and operating processes (Oluwaseyi, Onifade, Odeyinka, 2017).
This relates to the study of Tejesh and Neeraja (2018), about the study of Warehouse
Inventory Management Systems using IoT and Open Source Framework. In the study, it stated
that the newly developed warehouse inventory system is quite effective with the aid of a web
server that tracks any products using radio frequency identification (RFID).
This relates to the study of Sridharan and Yadav (2020), where they discuss the
artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) techniques that provide insightful
information that may be used to optimize inventory levels and reduce costs. They present a
reinforcement learning-based technique that modifies reorder points and order quantities in
response to changes in real-time demand, resulting in increased inventory turnover and
decreased holding costs.
Logistics
Businesses try to satisfy clients by meeting market obstacles linked to time and
location, as well as by focusing on the quality and cost of the services rendered while taking
into account the needs and purchasing power of the customers. Customer satisfaction and
happiness guarantee continued purchases, which in turn ensure continued business operations.
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changes in logistics space. Therefore, this paper holds that logistics space is a space system
composed of logistics enterprises, logistics nodes, logistics infrastructure, and industry.
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the world had shown an increase in the transport of
goods in urban areas. During the social isolation and lockdown measures, urban mobility
transport and the distribution of products presented a substantial change, representing an
unsustainable development of the urban environment.
SYNTHESIS
In summary, the management of inventory plays a pivotal role in business operations,
influencing financial health and efficiency. Studies by Priniotakis & Argyropoulos (2018)
emphasize the significance of proper inventory management in enhancing business
performance. Dey and Seok (2022) stress the negative impact of overstocking and
understocking on a company's financial health, emphasizing the need for optimal inventory
levels. Oluwaseyi, Onifade, and Odeyinka (2017) highlight the correlation between inventory
management and logistics systems, underlining the importance of effective inventory
management in logistics.
Additionally, research by Tejesh and Neeraja (2018) introduces an efficient
Warehouse Inventory Management System utilizing IoT and RFID technology, enhancing
inventory tracking. Sridharan and Yadav (2020) explore the application of artificial
intelligence and machine learning techniques, demonstrating their potential to optimize
inventory levels and reduce costs through real-time demand adjustments.
Warehouse layout significantly impacts operational efficiency. Studies by J.P. van
den Berg et al. emphasize the importance of accurate inventory, order accuracy, order cycle
time, and order processing cost, all influenced by warehouse design and management (Ballou,
R.H.). Strategic considerations such as warehouse location and design can drastically affect
inventory accuracy (Halawa, F., Dauod H., et al.) and overall storage facility effectiveness
(Shashidharan, 2021).
Effective warehouse layouts demand careful planning, considering factors such as
aisle configuration, rack types, and automation solutions (Baker, P., De Leeuw, S., et al.).
Optimization models focus on minimizing picking distance, with strategies like randomized,
volume-based, and class-based storage policies (Petersen et al., 2004). Jarvis and McDowell
(1991) suggest stationary product positions, minimizing picking time, especially for high-
demand items.
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METHODOLOGY
SAMPLING DESIGN
RESPONDENTS AND PLACE OF THE STUDY
The respondents for this quantitative study will consist of employees and key
stakeholders involved in the logistics operations of the targeted company. Specifically, this
will include warehouse managers, inventory supervisors, logistics coordinators, and
employees directly engaged in inventory management and order fulfillment processes.
The study will be conducted at AAI Worldwide Logistics, a prominent logistics
company located in Barangay Sucat, Muntinlupa City. AAI operates a sizable warehouse
facility equipped with advanced inventory management systems. The study will focus on this
warehouse facility, analyzing its layout and inventory management processes within the
logistics operations. The chosen location provides an ideal setting for understanding the
practical implications of optimizing warehouse layout and implementing advanced inventory
management systems within a real-world logistics context.
The research team will work closely with the designated personnel at AAI Worldwide
Logistics to gather data, conduct surveys, and perform on-site observations, ensuring a
comprehensive and detailed analysis of the warehouse layout and inventory management
systems. All data collected will be treated with utmost confidentiality and used solely for
research purposes, respecting the privacy and policies of the chosen company.
SAMPLING TECHNIQUE
The researchers will use Purposive Sampling since the researchers seek out the
participants who have specific qualities that are capable of providing accurate information. In
this type of non-probability sampling, the researcher makes selections about which people to
include in the sample based on a range of factors, such as their knowledge and expertise in the
research topic and willingness to participate in the study (Oliver, 2006).
SAMPLING SIZE
The research sampling size targets the workers at AAI Worldwide Logistics. The
sample is based on a priori statistical power analysis and used G* Power Suit with a power =
0.95, effect size = .50 and alpha .05 to yield a sample size of 59. Since the participants are
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RESEARCH DESIGN
NATURE OF RESEARCH DESIGN
The study entitled "Optimizing Warehouse Layout and Inventory Management
System: An Assessment on a Logistics Company" uses a quantitative descriptive research
design. Since the researchers wanted to know how the selected logistics companies'
warehouse layout affected their production and operation, and how AI affected their inventory
management system, they figured out how to conduct an interview with the managers and
supervisors of the chosen logistics companies. It is a qualitative descriptive research because
the data and information that will be gathered through the interview would be non-numerical
and based on the interviewees' personal experiences and knowledge.
RESEARCH INSTRUMENT
The research entitled "Optimizing Warehouse Layout and Inventory Management
System: An Assessment on a Logistics Company" employs questionnaires to gather
quantitative data from warehouse personnel, providing valuable insights into their
perceptions, experiences, and suggestions for improvement. By employing questionnaires as a
research instrument, our study aims to gain a comprehensive understanding of the
perceptions, experiences, and suggestions of warehouse personnel, ultimately leading to data-
driven recommendations for optimizing warehouse layout and inventory management
systems, enhancing employee satisfaction, and improving overall logistics operations.
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Secondary Sources
The secondary sources for this study will encompass scholarly articles, industry
reports, academic journals, and books related to warehouse management, inventory
optimization, and technological integration in logistics. These sources will provide a
theoretical framework, industry best practices, and benchmarking data against which the
findings from the primary research can be analyzed and interpreted. Industry publications,
conference proceedings, and case studies related to logistics and supply chain optimization
will be vital secondary sources, offering insights into successful strategies employed by other
companies. Additionally, reports from market research firms and authoritative organizations
within the logistics sector will provide valuable statistical data, trends, and comparative
analyses, enhancing the study's depth and contextual relevance. The combination of primary
and secondary sources will ensure a robust and comprehensive analysis of the optimization of
warehouse layout and inventory management systems in the logistics company under
examination.
DATA COLLECTION
DATA GATHERING PROCEDURE
In gathering data from our chosen respondents, the researchers first seek permission
from the chosen respondents if they are willing to be surveyed. After the respondents'
permission is granted and the research adviser, including the panelists, approves the given
questionnaire, the researchers will notify the respondents days before the actual survey so that
the respondents will be able to choose their time of availability.
On the day of the data gathering, the researchers will conduct an on-site survey for
the convenience of the respondents and will provide them with a data privacy statement that
states that their answers will be confidential and secured and will only be used for research
purposes. The questionnaires to be asked will be based on the background of the study and the
problem statement of the study.
SCALES
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Unlikely 2 1.81-2.60
Neutral/Uncertain 3 2.61-3.40
Likely 4 3.41-4.20
STATISTICAL TREATMENT
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