Location Management

Efficient warehouse location management maximizes space utilization and operational efficiency. This guide covers comprehensive location setup and management in Angage ERP.

Understanding Location Structure

Location Hierarchy

Company
└── Warehouse
    └── Zone
        └── Aisle
            └── Rack
                └── Level
                    └── Bin

Location Types

Storage Locations

• Bulk storage
• Rack locations
• Floor locations
• Refrigerated areas
• Secure cages

Operational Locations

• Receiving docks
• Shipping areas
• Staging zones
• QC areas
• Return processing

Virtual Locations

• In-transit
• Customer locations
• Vendor locations
• Damaged goods
• Scrapped items

Setting Up Warehouses

Creating a Warehouse

1. Navigate to Inventory → Locations → Warehouses
2. Click New Warehouse
3. Enter details:
   • Warehouse Code: WH01
   • Warehouse Name: Main Distribution Center
   • Address: Complete address
   • Type: Distribution/Manufacturing/Retail
   • Status: Active

Warehouse Configuration

Operating Parameters

• Operating hours
• Time zone
• Calendar (working days)
• Capacity limits
• Default locations

Contact Information

• Warehouse manager
• Receiving contact
• Shipping contact
• Emergency contacts
• Security details

How-To Guides

How to Design Location Structure

Planning Phase

1. Analyze inventory profile:
   • Item sizes
   • Turnover rates
   • Storage requirements
   • Handling equipment
2. Design layout:
   • Receiving/shipping flow
   • Storage zones
   • Picking paths
   • Safety requirements

Zone Creation

1. Go to warehouse record
2. Click Zones tab
3. Create zones:
   • A-Zone: Fast movers
   • B-Zone: Medium movers
   • C-Zone: Slow movers
   • RECV: Receiving
   • SHIP: Shipping
   • QC: Quality control

How to Create Storage Locations

Bulk Location Creation

1. Use Location Wizard
2. Define pattern:
   • Zone: A
   • Aisles: 01-10
   • Racks: A-D
   • Levels: 1-5
   • Bins: 01-20
3. System generates: A-01-A-1-01
4. Creates 4,000 locations

Individual Location Setup

1. Navigate to Locations
2. Click New Location
3. Enter details:
   • Location code
   • Description
   • Parent location
   • Location type
   • Dimensions

How to Configure Location Properties

Storage Characteristics

• Dimensions: Length × Width × Height
• Weight Capacity: Maximum load
• Volume Capacity: Cubic meters
• Environment: Temperature/humidity
• Restrictions: Hazmat, food-grade

Operational Rules

• Pick Sequence: Order in pick path
• Put-away Sequence: Priority for storage
• Replenishment: From bulk to pick
• Mixing Rules: Single/multi SKU
• ABC Class: Allowed items

How to Set Up Pick Paths

Optimized Routing

1. Go to Warehouse → Pick Paths
2. Define zones in order:
   • Start: SHIP (shipping)
   • Fast movers: A-Zone
   • Medium: B-Zone
   • Slow: C-Zone
   • End: SHIP
3. Set aisle sequence
4. Configure pick direction

Pick Face Locations

1. Identify forward pick locations
2. Set replenishment links:
   • Pick location: A-01-A-1-01
   • Bulk location: C-10-D-5-01
   • Min/Max levels
   • Replenishment UOM

How to Manage Multi-Warehouse

Warehouse Network

Configure relationships:

• Distribution hierarchy
• Transfer routes
• Lead times
• Transport modes
• Cost factors

Inter-Warehouse Transfers

1. Set transfer rules:
   • Auto-replenishment
   • Manual requests
   • Emergency transfers
   • Consolidation rules
2. Configure approval
3. Track in-transit

How to Implement Cycle Counting

Count Strategies

1. ABC Counting

   • A items: Monthly
   • B items: Quarterly
   • C items: Annually

2. Location-Based

   • Random locations daily
   • Complete zone coverage
   • Systematic approach

3. Triggered Counts

   • Zero inventory
   • Negative stock
   • High value
   • Discrepancies

Count Configuration

1. Create count schedules
2. Assign to locations
3. Generate count lists
4. Mobile counting app
5. Variance analysis

Advanced Features

Dynamic Locations

Flexible Storage

• No fixed item assignments
• Chaotic storage
• System-directed put-away
• Space optimization
• Mixed SKU storage

Rules Engine

Configure logic:

• Item characteristics
• Available space
• Proximity rules
• Weight distribution
• Access frequency

Location Constraints

Storage Rules

• Single SKU only
• Same lot only
• Compatible items
• Weight limits
• Stacking rules

Item Restrictions

• Temperature requirements
• Hazmat segregation
• Food/non-food separation
• High-value security
• Fragile handling

Slotting Optimization

Analysis Tools

• Movement frequency
• Cube utilization
• Pick density
• Travel distance
• Ergonomic factors

Re-slotting Process

1. Analyze current state
2. Identify improvements
3. Plan moves
4. Execute changes
5. Measure results

Mobile Location Management

Barcode Integration

• Location labels
• Scan verification
• Move confirmations
• Count validation
• Error prevention

Mobile Functions

• Location inquiry
• Stock by location
• Location transfers
• Capacity check
• History view

Best Practices

Location Naming

• Logical structure
• Consistent format
• Human-readable
• Scannable codes
• Unique identifiers

Space Utilization

• Regular analysis
• Seasonal adjustments
• SKU rationalization
• Vertical optimization
• Flexible zones

Maintenance

• Location audits
• Damage checks
• Label updates
• Capacity reviews
• Layout optimization

Configuration

Location Settings

Navigate to Settings → Inventory → Locations:

• Code Format: Zone-Aisle-Rack-Level-Bin
• Barcode Type: Code 128
• Multi-Location: Enable
• Negative Stock: Prevent
• Audit Trail: Full tracking

Warehouse Defaults

• Receiving location
• Shipping location
• QC location
• Return location
• Scrap location

Reports & Analytics

Utilization Reports

• Space utilization %
• Location fill rate
• Empty locations
• Capacity planning
• Movement heatmaps

Operational Analytics

• Pick path efficiency
• Travel distance
• Congestion points
• Productivity zones
• Optimization opportunities

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Cannot create location

• Check parent exists
• Verify unique code
• Review capacity
• Check permissions

Items not finding locations

• Review put-away rules
• Check restrictions
• Verify capacity
• Review item setup

Pick path problems

• Verify sequence
• Check location status
• Review zone setup
• Update optimization

Next Steps

Learn about Stock Operations to manage inventory movements and adjustments.