How to optimize selected inventory processes of BullAnt logistics
Author
Ginendrarajah, Jeneshan
Term
4. term
Publication year
2018
Submitted on
2018-05-30
Abstract
Denne afhandling undersøger, hvordan BullAnt Logistics, en 3PL-udbyder med stigende efterspørgsel, kan optimere udvalgte lagerprocesser ved at integrere RFID-teknologi. Formålet er at identificere de mest kritiske processer, afdække deres udfordringer og udvikle RFID-understøttede arbejdsgange, der kan øge effektivitet og beholdningsnøjagtighed. Undersøgelsen bygger på en systematisk litteraturgennemgang og følger en eksisterende forbedringsramme med mindre tilpasninger. Metodisk anvendes et multiple-case design med kvalitativt fokus gennem dybdegående interviews, ustrukturerede observationer og korte praktikforløb i lageret, suppleret af kvantitative tidsstudier. Analysen omfatter lagerlayout, kortlægning af nuværende processer og identifikation af kritiske områder i især put away (PA) og order picking (OP). På dette grundlag udvikles konkrete RFID-baserede PA- og OP-processer samt en implementerings- og træningsplan. Uddraget indeholder ikke specifikke effektmålinger, men præsenterer de identificerede udfordringer og et løsningsdesign, der forventes at strømline processerne og forbedre datagennemsigtighed i lagerstyringen.
This thesis examines how BullAnt Logistics, a third-party logistics provider facing rising demand, can optimize selected inventory processes by integrating RFID technology. The goal is to identify the most critical processes, diagnose their challenges, and design RFID-enabled workflows to improve efficiency and inventory accuracy. The study is grounded in a systematic literature review and follows an established improvement framework with minor adaptations. Methodologically, it uses a multiple-case design with a qualitative emphasis through in-depth interviews, unstructured observations, and short internships on the warehouse floor, supported by quantitative time studies. The analysis covers warehouse layout, current process mapping, and the identification of critical areas in put-away (PA) and order picking (OP). Based on these insights, the thesis develops RFID-based PA and OP process designs and outlines implementation and training plans. While specific performance outcomes are not provided in this excerpt, the work documents the challenges and proposes solutions expected to streamline operations and enhance inventory visibility.
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