Global Learning for Operational Leaders
Classroom
14 sessions
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Online / Live
14 sessions
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Introduction
Course overview
Warehouses must deliver accurate, fast and cost-effective service while keeping people safe. Operational excellence combines layout, processes, technology and people management.
This Aractech course covers warehouse layout and slotting, receiving and putaway, picking methods, packing and dispatch, inventory accuracy, warehouse management systems, productivity, safety and KPIs. Participants redesign a warehouse process.
What you will achieve
Learning objectives
- Design efficient warehouse layouts and slotting
- Improve receiving and putaway
- Select and optimise picking methods
- Improve inventory accuracy
- Use warehouse management systems
- Measure and improve warehouse performance
Who should attend
Target audience
- Warehouse managers and supervisors
- Logistics managers
- Inventory controllers
- Operations managers
- Supply chain analysts
- 3PL staff
Methodology
Learning approach
- Practical presentations
- Layout exercises
- Case studies
- Process redesign
- Group discussions
Complete course outline
Five focused days of learning and application
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Day 1
Warehouse Fundamentals
- Warehouse roles
- Costs
- Layout principles
- Coffee break
- Layout principles (continued)
- Flow
- Exercise: Layout review
Day 2
Inbound
- Receiving
- Inspection
- Putaway
- Coffee break
- Putaway (continued)
- Slotting
- Workshop: Slotting exercise
Day 3
Picking and Dispatch
- Picking methods
- Batch and zone picking
- Packing
- Coffee break
- Packing (continued)
- Dispatch
- Exercise: Picking method selection
Day 4
Inventory and Systems
- Cycle counting
- Accuracy
- WMS
- Coffee break
- WMS (continued)
- Automation options
- Case study: WMS implementation
Day 5
Performance and Safety
- KPIs
- Labour management
- Safety
- Coffee break
- Safety (continued)
- Continuous improvement
- Capstone: Warehouse improvement plan
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Warehouse Operations Excellence (PSCM-034) cover?
This course covers Procurement and Supply Chain Management through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 16 - 20 November 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
Warehouse managers and supervisors, Logistics managers, Inventory controllers
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Rome, Kuala lumpur, Barcelona, Cape Town, Frankfurt, Paris.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days from 09:00 to 14:00, which gives 25 contact hours, including a daily 30-minute break (22.5 hours of instruction).
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