Warehouse Operations

Just as vehicles can be more efficiently routed over streets and highways, forklifts and other equipment can be routed for "picks and puts" with greater efficiency. You can use GIS to create a "street" database of the warehouse aisles and assign "address ranges" to shelves, parts bins, and other storage locations. By using GIS to analyze spatial patterns and seasonal variations, you can improve space utilization, saving time and resources.

GIS can also be used to tie the pick order system to the schedules database. This allows warehouse operations to more closely approach the "just-in-time" ideal without leaving material or merchandise near the dock for long periods of time where damage or loss can occur.

ESRI GIS Solutions

ESRI's GIS software supports warehouse operations in large companies like Sears and in smaller businesses.

• ArcInfo
• ArcView with the ArcView Network Analyst and ArcView Tracking Analyst extensions

ESRI Business Partners

ESRI has an array of partners who develop specialized solutions for transit applications. We also work with industry consultants to offer you the strongest project teams possible.

• GIS Solution Providers
• Consultants and System Integrators
• Corporate Consultants