RTL Reliable Transportation Common Warehousing and Distribution Issues | Page 16

Space Inefficiency
Space efficiency is a very important factor in running a warehouse. Issues such as insufficient
storage space, poor layout, and improper organization are becoming so popular these days and
may limit the potential of your warehouse. Generally, space inefficiency can impact negatively
on your profits.
Outsourcing will help you use your existing space maximally. The experts will look at factors
such as floor cover and elevation to ensure that enough space is created in your warehouse.
This will help you maximize the efficiency of existing labor and warehousing equipment. It’ll
also ensure that the products in your warehouse are made accessible. This’ll be made possible
by the introduction of machinery like forklifts that are meant to help you access items stored in
high places.