WEB-BASED TOOLS IN WAREHOUSE DESIGN

The world-wide web is emerging as a powerful platform for distributing information and supporting interaction within collaborative groups. In an era of global supply chains, flatter organizations, and distributed decision-making, web-based technologies enable faster and better warehouse design and also greatly improve the process for individuals learning about warehousing. This paper highlights some key web-based technologies in the context of warehouse design, and presents an interactive web-based environment that integrates a design database, pick area design heuristics and cost models. The environment is in use as an experimental testbed for education and training.