Storekeeping and Warehouse Management Workshop

OBJECTIVE:
The ultimate goal is to provide participants with an appreciation of the need to control inventory, which represents a significant investment for an organization. They are provided with a sight into how their function can affect profitability and are introduced to a range of modern techniques for securing the efficient storage of inventory.

CONTENT:
*The Store Function
– Purpose and responsibilities
– Reasons for holding stock
– Cost of holding stock
– The cost of poor service

*Stores Layout and Equipment Selection
– Range of equipment
– Space utilization characteristics
– Rationale for selection
– Location system: fixed or random
– Essential working practices
– Securing
– Reducing stock loss

Store Documentation Data Collection
– Bar coding
– Receipts
– Data capture and transfer
– Certificate of conformance
– Computer application

*Stock Records and Control
– ABC analysis
– Min-max systems
– Re-order systems
– Material requirement planning (MRP)
– Just-in-time (JIT)

*Health and Safety
– Personal protective equipment
– Enforcement and law
– Accident reporting
– Environmental issues

FOR WHOM:
Stores, Purchasing and Logistics Personnel in the Public and Private Sectors.

Methodology
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.

DATE:

1ST BATCH:        28th – 30th Apr,                2025     

2ND BATCH:     11th – 14th Nov,                 2025