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A STUDY ON WAREHOUSE LAYOUT AND SPACE UTILIZATION

AUTHORS:
H.Natarajan
Mentor
Dr.C.Kathiravan
Affiliation
School of Management,Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan University
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Abstract
Warehouse layout and space utilization play an important role in improving operational efficiency, reducing material handling time, and maximizing storage capacity within

warehouse operations. In today’s competitive logistics and supply chain environment, effective warehouse management is essential for ensuring smooth movement of goods,

minimizing operational costs, and enhancing customer satisfaction. This study focuses on analyzing the warehouse layout and space utilization practices followed in Krishna

Warehouse, Tiruchirappalli.

The main objective of the study is to understand the existing warehouse layout system, evaluate the effectiveness of space utilization, identify challenges faced in storage

management, and suggest measures for improving warehouse efficiency. The study also examines how warehouse layout influences inventory management, material flow, labor productivity, and operational performance.

The research is based on both primary and secondary data. Primary data were collected through direct observation, interaction with warehouse employees, and structured

questionnaires. Secondary data were collected from journals, books, company records, websites, and previous research studies related to warehouse management and logistics.

The findings of the study reveal that proper warehouse layout and efficient utilization of

available storage space improve inventory control, reduce material handling costs, minimize delays, and increase operational productivity. The study concludes that implementing

systematic storage practices, adopting advanced warehouse technologies, and improving

layout planning can significantly enhance warehouse performance and organizational growth.

 
Keywords
Warehouse Layout Space Utilization Inventory Management Storage System Logistics Material Handling Warehouse Efficiency Supply Chain Management Operational Performance Warehouse Optimization.
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H.Natarajan, (2026). A STUDY ON WAREHOUSE LAYOUT AND SPACE UTILIZATION. International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology, 02(05). https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i5.521

H.Natarajan, . "A STUDY ON WAREHOUSE LAYOUT AND SPACE UTILIZATION." International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology, vol. 02, no. 05, 2026, pp. . doi:https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i5.521.

H.Natarajan, . "A STUDY ON WAREHOUSE LAYOUT AND SPACE UTILIZATION." International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology 02, no. 05 (2026). https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i5.521.

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