WMS Putaway Optimization Checklist
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Define Putaway Strategies
Review and document existing putaway rules and identify opportunities for improvement based on product velocity, storage requirements, and picking efficiency.
Describe Current Putaway Strategy
Which Product Characteristics Influence Putaway?
Target Putaway Time (Minutes)
Priority Logic
Document Exceptions to Standard Putaway
Storage Location Optimization
Analyze the utilization of storage locations and identify opportunities to allocate locations based on product characteristics (size, weight, temperature, etc.) and picking frequency.
Maximum Storage Location Density (Units/Pallet)
ABC Classification Methodology
Factors influencing location assignment
Percentage of High-Velocity Products in Forward Pick Locations
Notes on Special Storage Requirements (e.g., hazardous materials)
Storage Location Type (e.g., Pallet Rack, Shelving, Bulk)
Directed Putaway Validation
Verify that the WMS directed putaway functionality is correctly configured and guiding operators to optimal locations.
Expected Putaway Time (Minutes)
Directed Putaway Enabled?
Number of Putaway Errors Observed (Last Week)
Description of any observed issues with Directed Putaway
Are Zone Assignments Correct?
Last Verification Location
Date of Last Verification
Slotting Optimization Review
Assess the effectiveness of slotting optimization algorithms and adjust parameters to balance storage density and picking efficiency.
Average Slotting Density (Units/Location)
Percentage of Locations Optimized
Slotting Optimization Algorithm Used
Description of Current Slotting Strategy
Average Travel Distance (Feet)
Date of Last Slotting Optimization Review
Factors Considered in Slotting
Product Grouping and Zoning
Evaluate the impact of product grouping and zoning strategies on putaway efficiency and accuracy.
Describe current product grouping strategy (e.g., ABC analysis, seasonality)
Which product characteristics are currently considered for zoning?
Percentage of products currently assigned to specific zones based on characteristics.
Is zone assignment reviewed and updated regularly?
Describe any challenges with the current product grouping/zoning approach.
Task Interdependencies
Confirm that putaway tasks are properly sequenced and integrated with other warehouse processes (receiving, picking, shipping).
Receiving Integration
Picking Task Prioritization
Time Delay (minutes) Between Receiving and Putaway
Last Review Date of Sequencing Rules
Processes Affected by Putaway Sequencing
Describe any manual interventions required in the Putaway workflow
Operator Training and Proficiency
Ensure that operators are adequately trained on the putaway process and demonstrate proficiency in using the WMS.
Training Curriculum Outline
Hours of Initial Training Received
Topics Covered in Training (Select all that apply)
Date of Last Training Refresher
Number of Putaway Tasks Observed (During Assessment)
Operator Signature (Confirmation of Training)
Overall Proficiency Level (Post-Training Assessment)
Performance Metrics Monitoring
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as putaway time, accuracy, and utilization to identify areas for improvement.
Average Putaway Time (seconds)
Putaway Accuracy Rate (%)
Storage Utilization Rate (%)
Number of Putaway Exceptions
Date of Last Performance Review
Overall Performance Trend (Last Month)
Exception Handling & Error Resolution
Define procedures for handling putaway exceptions (e.g., location full, incorrect product) and resolving errors.
Describe the Putaway Exception (e.g., Location Full, Incorrect Product)
Exception Category
Quantity Discrepancy (if applicable)
Date of Exception
Time of Exception
Exception Location (if different from putaway location)
Resolution Steps Taken
Resolution Status
WMS Configuration Validation
Confirm that WMS parameters related to putaway (e.g., unit of measure conversions, weight restrictions) are accurately configured.
Maximum Pallet Weight per Location (lbs)
Maximum Unit Size Length (inches)
Unit of Measure Conversion Method
Default Location Type
Last Configuration Review Date
Notes on Specific Configuration Adjustments
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