Organize Your Stockroom for Improved Efficiency

Organize Your Stockroom for Improved Efficiency

Any company concerned with inventory management knows the value of stockroom organization. If organizational strategies are not a foundational part of your storage handling protocols, then problems will become evident very quickly. Valuable stock can be misplaced, broken, or stolen as a result of poor organization. To keep your stockroom organized, utilize these tips.

Create Consistent Signage and Labeling

The stockroom manager might know where everything is kept, but do the newest employees? Clear, precise signage will help designate space use and accurate labeling will help prevent misplaced lots. Custom signage is available at reasonable prices from many shops. Labeling can be easily done in-house with basic design and printing tools.

Utilize Vertical Space

Square footage is not the only useful feature of a stockroom; your vertical space can be just as valuable – perhaps even more so. There are several ways to maximize the value of your vertical space, such as:

  • Shelving
  • Mezzanines
  • Rolling racks
  • Spinners
  • Lofts

Even small stockrooms can benefit from strategic vertical storage implementation. Storage fundamentals, such as pallets, should not be ignored. Sometimes the simplest solutions can be the most effective.

Develop Appropriate Storage Solutions

Different items have different storage needs. You can prevent loss through damage by storing items properly. This way stock can be quickly moved to the sales floor or packed for shipping. Good storage also facilitates accurate counting and rapid materials handling.

Clothing, for instance, often presents a storage conundrum. While racks might seem inefficient at first glance, stockroom operations can proceed more efficiently if garments are easy to see. Hanging also prevents wrinkling and crushing. There are numerous garment rack varieties to consider, so it is very likely that you will find some that suit your particular needs.

Explore Your Options For Stockroom Organization

There are more options available than you might realize. Stockroom optimization is a specialty of ABCO Systems, so contact us today to learn more.