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Wholesale & Distribution

Distribution Center (DC) Design & Configuration

To transition from fragmented, traditional operations to a consolidated, system-driven logistics hub, for a Wholesale and Distribution industry, specializing in Industrial Tools, Hardware, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) products.


Project phases

1
Assess Discovery & Data Profiling

Understanding the existing logistics footprint

Evaluated operations across 8+ scattered warehouse sites in Northern Jakarta — all relying on basic inventory management, with low accuracy and no operational KPIs in place.

SKU profiling

Deep dive into SKU master data to map product dimensions, categories, and movement velocity.

Operational audit

Mapped current traditional practices to identify gaps in location tracking and manual handling inefficiencies.

2
Analyse Design & System Logic

Engineering the blueprint for a 1-site operation

Assessment data was used to design the consolidated DC — covering layout, racking, WMS configuration, and org structure.

Layout & racking mapping

Reviewed and firmed DC layout based on SKU profiles, incorporating racking systems and location coding.

WMS configuration

Defined system logic including SKU location mapping and parameters to ensure high inventory accuracy.

Organisational sizing

Developed a new DC org structure with defined FTE headcount, roles, and responsibilities for a system-driven environment.

3
Advice Readiness & Implementation

Preparing the workforce and facility for go-live

Final phase focused on operational readiness — equipping the team with SOPs, KPIs, training, and a clear strategic roadmap for physical consolidation.

Standardisation

Delivered comprehensive SOPs and established operational KPIs to measure future DC performance.

Capacity building

Conducted Good Warehousing Practice (GWP) training and WMS-specific training to bridge the skill gap.

Strategic roadmap

Provided recommendations with a clear path for physical inventory consolidation into the new, system-ready DC.