Across the UK, warehouse operators are struggling with the same pressures:
- Labour shortages and high churn
- Rising wage and energy costs
- Increasing customer expectations for speed and flexibility
- Legacy layouts and processes that limit productivity
Responding to these challenges is critical to warehouse performance. Operators regaining control are focusing on four key areas:
Smarter labour and shift planning
Aligning staffing with real demand patterns — not historic ones — to cut overtime and improve retention.
Redesigning warehouse flow
Streamlining goods-in, pick-face layout and packaging to reduce travel distance, equipment use, and overall energy draw.
Better supplier and delivery scheduling
Agreeing delivery windows and packaging standards to stabilise goods-in activity and maximise space use.
Clear accountability and performance visibility
Simplifying KPIs so every team understands what drives efficiency and service.
These aren’t quick fixes — they require experienced leadership and planning capabilities to deliver change, while maintaining day-to-day performance.
If you’re looking to increase warehouse productivity, Davies & Robson has significant experience in providing the specialist project management support to deliver these changes.
To find out more, please look at our case studies, or call us on 01327 220862.