: Distinguish between warehouses and distribution centers.

What is cross-docking? How might it affect warehousing design?

What are the advantages and disadvantages of private warehousing?

 Discuss the trade-offs associated with order-picking versus stock-replenishing functions.

 How might the storage of hazardous materials affect the design of a warehousing facility?

Discuss the differences between facility layouts for office, production, and warehouses. How does the layout of a warehouse impact the effectiveness and efficiency of a warehouse?

What is a warehouse management system (WMS)? What are the benefits and downfalls of a WMS in a warehousing operation?